Manufactured in 1915. Blade front and flat top notch rear sights, the two-line/two-block address and patent dates on the left side of the slide ahead of the Rampant Colt, the Army nomenclature on the reverse, and a "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" marked frame with "GHS" (Gilbert Smith) inspection mark on the left side. Fitted with a long smooth trigger, wide checkered hammer, short grip safety, smooth mainspring housing with lanyard loop, double diamond checkered grips, a two-tone pinned base magazine, and a replacement "P/H" marked barrel. The front grip strap has been inscribed "GEO. M. GALE".

Very fine with 75% original blue finish, well defined markings, areas of edge wear, small takedown mark, and a mostly gray patina on the front strap and mainspring housing. The grips are very fine with sharp checkering and some small dings. Mechanically excellent.