WWI Colt Model of 1911 U.S. Army .45 ACP Semi-Automatic Pistol, 1919 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1551.05
LSB#: 210708TB01
Make: Colt
Model: 1911
Serial Number: 601356
Year of Manufacture: 1919 (https://www.colt.com/serial-lookup)
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Auto Fed by Removable Magazine (no magazine included)
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “PATENTED APR.20.1897. SEPT.9,1902 / DEC.19,1905. FEB.14,1911. AUG.19,1913”, rampant colt, and “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.”. The right side of the slide is marked “MODEL OF 1911. U. S. ARMY”. The right side of the frame is marked “UNITED STATES PROPERTY / NO 601356”. The left side of the frame is marked “A A” and with an incomplete eagle’s head OVER “S13” inspector mark. The flat on the top of the frame around the disconnector is marked “G” and with an “HP” monogram. The rear face of the slide, above the firing pin plate, is marked “H” (vertical, no serif), under the plate is an “S”. The left barrel lug is marked “P”, the right “HS” (WWII replacement barrel).
Barrel Length: 5”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a short rounded blade. The rear sight is a “U” notch dovetailed into the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered brown plastic with reinforcement rings around the grip screws and reinforcement ribs on the inside. Markings on the inside of the grips indicate post-WWII production. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition as not original to the gun.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Refinished
Bore Condition: The bore is gray with sharp rifling. There is light erosion scattered throughout the bore.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 97% of its current metal finish. The finish is generally strong throughout. There are a few scattered light marks, most notable in the frontstrap and on the top of the slide behind the front sight. The action shows minor operational wear. The screw heads range from sharp to lightly tool marked with strong slots. The markings are generally clear, some are a little shallow, the rampant colt and some inspection marks are incomplete. Overall, this pistol is in Very Good-Fine condition as refinished.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The trigger pull is crisp. The slide has very little play to the frame. We have not fired this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None. Please note, no magazine is included.
Our Assessment: The 1911 and 1911-A1 pistols served the military of the United States from 1911 to 1985, through two World Wars and the Korean and Vietnam wars. They gained a reputation as a reliable handgun with plenty of stopping power, and are held in high regard by those who have used them. This is a U. S. Government marked Colt 1911 pistol made in 1919, near the end of the Great War. The pistol was refurbished by Augusta Arsenal and has since been restored with a beautiful blue finish. It should make a nice addition for the 1911 collector and could still make for a good shooter. Please see our photos and good luck!