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Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,750.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol, #14869, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered large diamond walnut grips, with one correct two-tone magazine with lanyard loop. Early features include four-date slide, round rear sight, and circled Rampant Colt. Originally shipped to Benicia Arsenal, Army Point, CA, on Nov. 23, 1912. (See the book ''The Government Models'', by Goddard, page 235.) Condition is excellent retaining approx. 92% original finish with thinning to high edges and very minor speckling to forward left portion of frame and slide. Front strap has toned brownish blue, as has mainspring housing. Small etched initials ''EY'' just below serial number behind trigger to right side of frame. Grips with light to just moderate flattening with light scuffs and scratches. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Original early ''H'' marked barrel is retained. Est.: $3,500-$5,000. (C&R)