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Lot 630: Six Colt World War Commemorative 1911 Pistols

Six Collector Serialized Colt World War Commemorative 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 9, 2022

Lot 630: Six Colt World War Commemorative 1911 Pistols

Six Collector Serialized Colt World War Commemorative 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 9, 2022

Estimated Price: $6,000 - $9,000
Price Realized:
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A) Deluxe Engraved and Gold Inlaid 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: 3625
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 375
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1968. Standard deluxe markings and features. Includes commemorative display case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, light residue on the right grip panel, and crisp engraving. The slide is stuck in the closed position, though the trigger, hammer, and safety function. Case is very fine.



B) Colt WWI Commemorative "Second 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: 3625
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 375
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. The slide is stuck in the closed position, though the hammer, trigger, and safety function. Case is very fine.



C) 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: 3625
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 375
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 and some foam residue in the overall crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Case is very good with water stains.



D) 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: 3625
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 375
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1969. 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 very fine.



E) Colt WWII European Theater Operations Commemorative Model 1911A1 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: maple
Stock:
Item Views: 3625
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 375
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1970. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case, seven dummy rounds, and a copy of "Colt's Commemorative Edition of The American Heritage Picture History of World War II" by C.L. Sulzberger.

Rating Definition:

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



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

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 3625
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 375
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1970. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case, seven dummy rounds, and a copy of "Colt's Commemorative Edition of The American Heritage Picture History of World War II" by C.L. Sulzberger.

Rating Definition:

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



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