Colt Government Model Series 70 01911C-SS .45 5″ 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

SOLD FOR: $1625

LSB#: 210722HE06

Make: Colt

Model: Government Model Series 70, 01911C-SS

Serial Number: GV020436

Year of Manufacture: Ca. 2020

Caliber: .45 ACP

Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic with Removable Magazine

Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “GOVERNMENT / *MODEL*”, “COLT”, “AUTOMATIC / CALIBER .45” and with a rampant colt. The right of the frame is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.” with the serial number. The right side of the slide is marked “COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL”. The top of the barrel is marked “-COLT .45 AUTO N.M.-“. The left of the trigger guard is marked “VP” in triangle and “U”.

Barrel Length: 5”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a ramped blade fixed to the front of the slide. The rear sight is a  square-notch dovetailed to the rear of the slide.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered wood with double diamonds. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The checkering is strong. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Stainless

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.

Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 98% of its current metal finish. There is some faint operational wear and light handling wear. There is a little scuff on the left side of the slide behind the serrations. The screw heads are sharp.The markings are clear but the slide is slightly hazy around the markings from laser etching. Overall, this pistol is in Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. This pistol has a tight slide and a crisp trigger. This pistol was made without a firing pin block safety. 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: 

-Blue plastic Colt box with serial-matching label.

-Cable lock.

-Manual.

-One 8-round Colt magazine.

Our Assessment: Colt’s 1911 served the United States military through two World Wars and several other conflicts, is still in use by some units today, and has become popular with law enforcement, competitors, and recreational shooters across the nation. The design has seen some updates including a firing-pin block safety, higher-profile sights, and more ergonomic grips, but the basic design and fantastic trigger remain the same after more than a century. This is an example of the 1911 which was made by Colt with a Series ’70 Slide, National Match barrel, and classic double diamond checkered wood grips. The pistol is in Excellent condition, appearing to have spent more time in its box than out. The pistol comes in its original box with a single magazine. If you’re looking for a new 1911 to shoot or to add to a Colt collection, this is a great pistol. Please see our photos and good luck!