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Lot 1726: Five Matching Colt Model 1911 World War Commemorative Pistols

Collector's Lot of Five Matching Cased Colt Model 1911 World War Commemorative Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 6, 2020

Lot 1726: Five Matching Colt Model 1911 World War Commemorative Pistols

Collector's Lot of Five Matching Cased Colt Model 1911 World War Commemorative Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 6, 2020

Estimated Price: $3,750 - $5,500
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Model 1911 World War I Meuse-Argonne Commemorative Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 1455
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 451
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

All have standard markings and features, "5872" serial number, and include a commemorative hard case. "A" also includes shipping box.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue with minor handling evidence. The grips are very fine with areas of minor crazing. Mechanically excellent. All of the cases are very good-very fine.



B) Colt Model 1911 World War I Battle of Belleau Wood Commemorative Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 1455
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 451
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

See "A".

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue with minor handling evidence. The grips are very good with foam stuck to the right panel. Mechanically excellent.



C) Colt Model 1911 World War I 2nd Battle of the Marne Commemorative Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 1455
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 451
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

See "A".

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue with minor handling evidence. The grips are very good with foam attached to the right grip. Mechanically excellent.



D) Colt Model 1911A1 World War II European Theater Commemorative Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 1455
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 451
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

See "A". Also includes seven nickel plated dummy rounds, shipping box, and a copy of "Colt's Commemorative Edition of The American Heritage Picture History of World War II" by C.L. Sulzberger.

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall, retaining 99% original nickel, with light handling evidence, and some areas of light frosting. Mechanically excellent.



E) Colt Model 1911A1 World War II Pacific Theater Commemorative Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 1455
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 451
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

See "A". Also includes seven nickel plated dummy rounds and shipping box.

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall, retaining 99% original nickel, with light handling evidence, and areas of some light frosting. Mechanically excellent.



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