90 of 250 Lew Horton Colt Classic Gold Cup .45 ACP 5″ 1911 Pistol C&R

SOLD FOR: $1825

LSB#: 210909HE02

Make: Colt

Model: Classic Gold Cup, Lew Horton Exclusive, No. 90 of 250

Serial Number: CGC090

Year of Manufacture: 1992-1993, ATF C&R

Caliber: .45 ACP

Action Type: Single Action, Semi-Automatic, Removable Magazine Fed Pistol.

Markings: The right side of the slide is marked “GOLD CUP / NATIONAL MATCH” with a trophy cup. The left side of the slide is marked “CLASSIC GOLD CUP”. The right side of the frame is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A. / CGC090”. The top of the barrel is marked “COLT 45 AUTO. N.M.”. The top of the rear sight is marked “ELLIASON”.

Barrel Length: 5”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade that is fixed to the finely serrated top rib of the slide. The front sight has been painted orange. The rear sight is a square notch that is adjustable for windage and elevation pinned to the rear of the slide.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The aftermarket grips are two-piece checkered wood with palm swells. The checkering is generally sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: High Polish Stainless Steel Frame & High Polish Blued Slide

Finish Originality: Original, an aftermarket guide rod has been installed.

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

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. The frontstrap has a couple tiny nicks. There are a few little scuffs on the matte top of the slide. There are a few little draglines and light handling marks. There is standard operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The slide has barely perceptible play to the frame. The trigger is light and crisp. There is a Series 80 firing-pin block safety. We did not fire this handgun. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: 

-Total of one 8-round Colt magazine.

-Blue Colt case.

-Paperwork including the manual.

Our Assessment: Introduced as an off-the-shelf target pistol, Colt’s Gold Cup National Match 1911s have been a benchmark standard of quality for decades. There have been some variations since their introduction in the late ’50s, the Series ’70 introduced a collet barrel bushing, series ’80 a firing pin safety, and newer models offered various combinations of features, grips and sights. This is one of the later Series ’80 Gold Cup National Match pistols with a firing pin safety, Elliason sight pinned to its ribbed slide, and blued & stainless steel construction produced as a 250 gun exclusive for Lew Horton. It goes above and beyond the standard Gold Cups with under-cut trigger guard, beavertail grip safety, skeletonized hammer and trigger, and extended slide stop. The pistol is in Excellent condition, showing signs of light and responsible use. Whether you’re looking for a great 1911-style target pistol or want to add a Gold Cup National Match to your collection, this will make a nice addition to any collection. Please see our photos and good luck!