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Lot 3645: Six World War Colt 1911 Commemorative Pistols

Collector's Serialized Set of Six Colt Model 1911 World War Commemorative Semi-Automatic Pistols with Cases

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2022

Lot 3645: Six World War Colt 1911 Commemorative Pistols

Collector's Serialized Set of Six Colt Model 1911 World War Commemorative Semi-Automatic Pistols with Cases

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2022

Estimated Price: $5,000 - $7,000
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Model 1911A1 WWII European Theater Operations Commemorative Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2469
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 293
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1970. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case and seven dummy rounds.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original nickel finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine with storage and handling marks.



B) Colt Model 1911A1 WWII Pacific Theater Operations Commemorative Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2469
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 293
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1970. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative Display case and seven dummy rounds.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original nickel finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine with storage and handling marks.



C) Colt WWI Commemorative "Belleau Wood" Model 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 2469
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 293
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1968 with standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Case is fine with storage and handling marks.



D) Colt WWI Commemorative "The 2nd Battle of The Marne" Model 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 2469
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 293
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1968 with standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Case is good with a large chip on the sliding panel as well as storage and handling marks.



E) Colt WWI Commemorative "Chateau Thierry" Model 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2469
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 293
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1968 with standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, discoloration to the grip medallions, and overall crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Case is very good with storage and handling marks.



F) Colt WWI Commemorative "Meuse Argonne" Model 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2469
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 293
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1969 with standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks and some residue on the right grip panel. Mechanically excellent. Case is very good with storage and handling marks.



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