Lot 1698: Two Colt World War II Commemorative 1911A1 Pistols with Cases
Collector Serialized Pair of Colt World War II Commemorative Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistols with Cases
Auction Date: August 27, 2022
Lot 1698: Two Colt World War II Commemorative 1911A1 Pistols with Cases
Collector Serialized Pair of Colt World War II Commemorative Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistols with Cases
Auction Date: August 27, 2022
A) Colt WWII European Theater Operations Commemorative Model 1911A1 Pistol
Manufactured in 1970. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case and three dummy rounds.
Very fine, retaining 97% original nickel finish with handling marks, frosting, and scattered light spotting. Grips are good with some varnish loss and dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. Case is fine with dings and scratches, bottom separation, and some staining to the lining.
B) Colt WWII Pacific Theater Operations Commemorative Model 1911A1 Pistol
Manufactured in 1970. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case (dummy rounds and plaque absent). Provenance: The Paul H. Thompson of Union, SC Collection
Very fine, retaining 97% original nickel finish with limited handling marks, frosting, and scattered light spotting. Grips are fine retaining about half the original varnish with scattered dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. Case is good with storage and handling marks, and oxidation on the hinges.
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