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Lot 1608: Six Colt World War Commemorative 1911 Pistol with Cases

Collector's Set of Six Colt World War Commemorative Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistols with Cases

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2023

Lot 1608: Six Colt World War Commemorative 1911 Pistol with Cases

Collector's Set of Six Colt World War Commemorative Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistols with Cases

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2023

Estimated Price: $5,000 - $8,000
Price Realized:
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A) Colt WWI Commemorative "Chateau Thierry" 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1409
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 461
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

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

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks and overall crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine with storage and handling marks.



B) Colt WWI Commemorative "Belleau Wood" 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 1409
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 461
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1968. 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 good with a chip at the top and some dings and dents.



C) Colt WWI Commemorative "Second Battle of the Marne" 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 1409
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 461
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1968. 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 with storage and handling marks.



D) Colt WWI Commemorative "Meuse Argonne" 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1409
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 461
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1968. 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 with some storage and handling marks.



E) Colt WWII European Theater Operations Commemorative 1911A1 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: maple
Stock:
Item Views: 1409
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 461
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1970. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case and seven dummy rounds. Collector serialized to "F".

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original nickel finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine with light storage and handling marks and some seam separation.



F) Colt WWII Pacific Theater Operations Commemorative 1911A1 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1409
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 461
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1970. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case and seven dummy rounds. Collector serialized to "E".

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original nickel finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine with storage and handling marks, a small chip at the front, and seam separation.



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