Manufactured in 1943. Fixed sights, with the two line, two block Colt address and patent markings on the left side of the slide, divided by the Rampant Colt, and "P" on top. "G.H.D." inspected frame, with "VP" on the trigger guard. Checkered trigger, wide hammer, blued "COLT 45 AUTO" marked barrel, and later production modern replacement full blue magazine. Includes a "US" embossed "43" dated Boyt leather shoulder holster.

Excellent, 98% plus original parkerized finish with some handling evidence. The grips are also excellent with sharp checkering. Holster is fine with some staining. Slide catch does not automatically engage due to weak magazine spring, otherwise mechanically excellent.