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Colt 1911 U.S. Army .45 ACP SN: 587390

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,600.00 USD
Colt 1911 U.S. Army .45 ACP SN: 587390
'Black Army' WWI era production US Military semiautomatic pistol manufactured circa 1918. Augusta Arsenal rebuild. The black finish was a time & cost savings measure that resulted in a less durable black finish, different than the earlier deep blue finish. This pistol is in the serial number range, and has the eagle inspector stamp that is correct for a black finish gun. Features double diamond reinforced checkered plastic grips, 5" barrel, fixed sights, single action trigger, grip safety, wide hammer with knurled spur, manual safety, checkered mainspring housing with lanyard ring. Bore is excellent/bright. with strong rifling. Grips good condition. Model of 1911 U.S. Army stamped on right slide. two line Colt patent & address lines on left side (Rampant Colt in middle). "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" & "S17 (under eagle's head)" on left side of frame. "AA" on left frame. (Augusta Arsenal) "Colt 45 Auto", and "7" stamped on barrel. "54" stamped on left triggerguard. Metal finish is about 95%, with minor edge wear, scratches. Markings are generally even and deep. Includes (1) good condition magazine. "US" Brown leather flap holster, marked "Boyt 42". NRA Condition-Very Good. C&R Firearm.