Lot 445:World War II U.S. Colt Woodsman Match Target Pistol

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL

Lot 445:World War II U.S. Colt Woodsman Match Target Pistol

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,800 - $2,750

World War II U.S. Inspected Colt Woodsman Match Target Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in 1941 with U.S. ordnance crossed cannon stamp on the left and "G.H.D." inspection mark on the right. The left side of the barrel has the standard "MATCH/bullseye/TARGET" marking, "THE WOODSMAN" on the left of the frame, and standard Colt and caliber markings on the left of the slide. The left of the trigger guard is marked "e/VP" and "23" is on the right. Fitted with a pinned blade front sight, adjustable notch rear sight, checkered plastic extended grips with Rampant Colts, and a two-tone magazine with correctly marked base. Provenance: The Steven Preston Military Collection

ConditionVery fine, retains 85% plus of the original blue finish with some light muzzle/edge wear, and some light handling marks on the grip straps. The grips are excellent with only the slightest handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerColt

ModelMatch Target Woodsman

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge22 LR

Barrel6 5/8 inch slab sided

Finishblue

Gripplastic

Item LocationRock Island, IL