Manufactured late in 1918 with the distinctive dark military brush finish which collectors refer to as M1911 "Black Army". Blade front and flat top notch rear sights, the two-line/two-block address and patent dates on the left side of the slide bisected by the Rampant Colt, the Army nomenclature on the reverse, and a "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" marked frame with "eagle/6" inspection mark on the left side. Fitted with a long smooth trigger, wide checkered hammer, short grip safety, smooth mainspring housing, checkered grips, unmarked two-tone pinned base magazine, and a later production replacement "COLT 45 AUTO" marked barrel.

Fine, with 60% of the original blue finish, showing areas of brown and gray patina, bright edge wear, some light spotting, and mild handling marks and takedown wear. The grips are fair, with some chipping and scuffing. Mechanically excellent.