Randall Firearms Service Model-C .45 ACP 4.25″ Semi-Auto Pistol 1983-1985

SOLD FOR: $1201

LSB#: 210318MB03

Make: Randall Firearms

Model: Service Model-C

Serial Number: RF0002493C

Year of Manufacture: 1983-1985

Caliber: .45 ACP

Action Type: Single Action Semi–Automatic Pistol with Removable Magazine

Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “STAINLESS / STEEL”, “RANDALL”, and “CALIBER / .45 AUTO”. The right side of the slide is marked “SERVICE MODEL-C”. The right side of the frame is marked “RANDALL F.A. MFG. CORP. SUN VALLEY, CA. U.S.A. / RF0002493C”.

Barrel Length: 4 1/4”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated blade with a recessed white dot and is fixed to the top of the slides rib. The rear sight is a serrated square notched Millet sight with a large white outline, adjustable for windage ane elevation, it is pinned into the slides rib. The top of the slide has a matte finish to reduce glare.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered wood. There are a couple light marks. The checkering is sharp and there are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Excellent overall condition.

Type of Finish: Stainless Steel

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore but there is stubborn fouling in the grooves.

Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 96% of its metal finish. The matte surfaces show a few faint rubs and the stirrup cut of the slide has a bit of thinning from contact with the dust cover. There are a few faint streaks visible on the polished surfaces and a couple faint hairline scratches. There is an arc of wear on the right side of the frame at the rear behind the grip. There is a light arc on the left side of the frame from takedown. There are a few faint marks from use and handling. The grip screws show light use and the markings are clear. Overall, this pistol rates in about Fine Plus condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with two 7 round magazines marked “RANDALL / .45 AUTO”, an article on Randall firearms, a Randall patch, and a light blue & white Randall trucker hat. The mags show some light use and rate in about Fine-Excellent condition. The hat and patch rate in about Excellent condition.

Our Assessment: Randall Firearms was a pioneer in the industry producing the first production stainless steel 1911 at their Sun Valley factory in the 1980s and also making the first left handed 1911. The company had been an established company that was in the aircraft instrument repair business and decided that they needed to diversify. The company got together experts from all the big names in the industry such as Smith & Wesson, Colt, Remington, and Winchester to form a company of experts. The founder, Ken Lau had met Brigadier General Russel Randall while working in the aircraft industry and he was bright on board as an advisor and the new company took on his name. The company got a contract from the South Korean government for an order of 1911s but it was cancelled so they decided to enter the commercial market. The first of the pistols rolled off the line in 1983 and was standard 1911A1 but with a stainless construction built with Laus aircraft quality machining practices. The company would go on to make 24 models with 12 variations and three different calibers before going out of business. With only 9,968 produced with all the different models it makes for some rare models. This pistol is a Service Model-C from before it was renamed Raider. This rare pistol even comes with a cool hat and patch and would be a great addition to your collection. Please see our photos and good luck!

Randall Firearms Service Model-C .45 ACP 4.25" Semi-Auto Pistol 1983-1985
Randall Firearms Service Model-C .45 ACP 4.25″ Semi-Auto Pistol 1983-1985