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Lot 397:WWI Era British R.A.F. Marked Colt Government Model Pistol

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 397:WWI Era British R.A.F. Marked Colt Government Model Pistol

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Desirable World War I Era British R.A.F. Marked Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

This pistol falls within a large block of Colt Government Model pistols shipped to the British Ministry of Shipping in late-1918 to early-1919, just prior to or right after the conclusion of World War I. Many of these pistols, like this example, were initially issued to Royal Air Force personnel before many were reissued in 1942 to Royal Navy sea/air rescue units. The left side of the slide has the Rampant Colt between the patent dates and Colt address, each in two lines. while the right is marked with the .455 caliber marking. The right of the frame has the Government Model marking over the "W" prefixed serial number. British military proofs are visible on multiple parts, as well as "R.A.F." on the left of the frame. The full blue replacement .45 ACP barrel is marked "SP" on the right of the lug. The pistol is fitted with fixed blade and notch sights, diamond pattern checkered grips, and a two-tone magazine with "CAL.455/ELEY" and a lanyard ring on the base.

ConditionVery fine, retains 85% plus of the arsenal refinished blue finish with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina and some scattered minor handling marks. The grips are very good with mild wear and scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerColt
ModelGovernment
TypePistol
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Handgun
Caliber / Gauge45 ACP
Barrel5 inch round
Finishblue
Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1829
Catalog page275
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