Colt 1911 Super 38 Semi Automatic Pistol .38 Super 5″ Custom Grips
SOLD FOR: $4,101.00
LSB#: WY250319DS008
Make: Colt
Model: 1911 / Super .38
Serial Number: 91208
Year of Manufacture: 1914 (Frame), Slide circa 1931
Caliber: .38 Super (Also known as .38 Super Automatic)
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Single Action, Fed by Detachable Magazine
Markings: The right side of the frame is marked with the serial number “91208,” dating the frame to 1914 U.S. military production. The rear of the slide, beneath the firing pin plate, is marked “11104.” The top of the slide is marked as a Colt Super .38, consistent with commercial production circa 1931. The markings indicate the pistol has been assembled from a U.S. military frame and a later commercial Super .38 slide. The grip panels are signed K Miller.
Barrel Length: 5”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade. The rear sight is a square notch dovetailed to the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are aftermarket faux ivory panels, each adorned with an engraved eagle. The panels show minor surface marks and remain free of cracks or losses. The grips rate in about Very Good condition overall.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: None included.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Refinished.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 85% of its current blued finish. The finish shows mild edge wear, scattered thinning, and operational handling marks. There is some smoothing of markings from the refinishing process. The screw heads are sharp, and the pins are clean. The slide and frame fit well despite their mismatched origin. Overall, this pistol rates in about Very Good 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 requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: This pistol is a fascinating hybrid of two iconic eras in Colt history. The frame, born out of the early U.S. military 1911 production during World War I, has been paired with a Colt Super .38 slide from 1931—a caliber that brought higher velocity and flatter shooting characteristics to the 1911 platform.
Such combinations often emerged through arsenals or gunsmith builds in the mid-20th century, either for practical upgrades or as part of surplus conversions. The result here is a vintage shooter with unique historical depth and functionality in a classic cartridge.
Topped with custom eagle-engraved grips and chambered in .38 Super, this piece is a great find for the collector of military/converted pistols or the 1911 enthusiast looking for something with character and history. Please see our High Quality photos and good luck on your bids.-C.M.
