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Lot 433: World War I U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Excellent World War I U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 9, 2022

Lot 433: World War I U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Excellent World War I U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 9, 2022

Estimated Price: $4,500 - $7,500
Price Realized:
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Excellent World War I U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1800
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 278
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1917 and shipped to Springfield Armory on 28 June 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 "P/H" on the chamber hood and "D" on the bottom in front of the lug. Wide checkered hammer, long smooth trigger, short grip safety, diamond pattern checkered grips, and a "B" marked two-tone magazine. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration (grips not listed) as well as the previously mentioned shipment information.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retains 95% of the original blue finish with some slight thinning on the grip straps, a few scattered light handling marks, and a light takedown mark on the left of the frame. The grips are also excellent with a few scattered light blemishes in the otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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