Colt Government Model 02991 .38 Super 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol & Box, 2014
SOLD FOR: $2925
LSB#: 230113HP016
Make: Colt
Model: Government Model 1911
Serial Number: 2836738
Year of Manufacture: 2014 (https://colt.com/serial-lookup)
Caliber: .38 Super
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Auto with Removable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “-COLT’S- / GOVERNMENT MODEL / .38 SUPER CALIBER” and with a rampant colt, the right is marked “COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL”. The right of the frame is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A. / 2836738”. The left of the trigger guard has “VP” in triangle and “L”, the right is marked “1”. The firing pin plate is marked “1”.
Barrel Length: 5”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade with a white dot fixed to the front of the slide. The rear sight is a square notch with two white dots dovetailed to the rear of the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered wood with smooth diamonds around the grip screws. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The grips are in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The screw heads have strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The trigger pull is crisp and the slide has barely perceptible 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: This pistol comes in a blue plastic Colt box with serial-matching label, factory paperwork including manual, cable lock, and with a total of two 9-round magazines.
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. It should come as no surprise, then, that they remain a popular pistol to this very day. This is a fairly modern example with a vintage look, made in 2014 and in Excellent condition. Chambered for .38 Super, it will make a great shooter or addition to a Colt or 1911 collection. Please see our pictures and good luck in your bidding!
Please forgive any typos, I was educated in California -Bud
