Manufactured in 1917 and shipped to Springfield Armory on 17 November 1917, well before the end of World War I. The left of the slide is marked with the two-line, two-block patent dates and address with the Rampant Colt behind the serrations, while the right has the standard "MODEL OF 1911 U.S. ARMY" marking. The left of the frame has the U.S. property marking and "GHS" inspection mark and the serial number is on the right. The full blued barrel is marked "D" on the left of the lug and "P/H" on the chamber hood. Fitted with blade and notch sights, wide checkered hammer, long smooth trigger, short grip safety, diamond pattern checkered grips, and an unmarked two-tone magazine with pinned base.

Excellent, retains 90% of the original brushed blue finish with the balance having thinned to a smooth grey patina, primarily on the front strap, a light takedown mark, and otherwise minimal handling marks. The grips are also excellent with a few scattered light dings and scratches, and otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.