Colt Series 70 Gold Cup National Match 1911 .45 ACP Semi-Auto Pistol, 1977
SOLD FOR: $1,050.00
LSB#: LSB250718LT022
Make: Colt
Model: Series ‘70 MK IV Gold Cup National Match
Serial Number: 70N47025
Year of Manufacture: 1977 (https://www.colt.com/serial-lookup)
Caliber/Gauge: .45 ACP
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Pistol fed by Detachable Magazine (no magazine included)
Barrel Length: 5″
Sights/ Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the full-length rib on the top of the slide. The rear sight is an Elliason square notch sight adjustable for windage and elevation pinned to the slide. The corners of the rear sight have been rounded. The top of the rib is serrated and the top of the slide is matte finished for glare reduction.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered wood with gold-colored Colt medallions. The grips have only a few scattered minor marks. The checkering is well defined. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Fine-Excellent condition.
An additional set of grips of the same configuration are included. The additional grips show just slightly more notable wear, most notable at the top grip-screw hole on the right panel. The extra grips are in about Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original, the grip safety and thumb safety have been replaced.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright. The rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 85% of its metal finish. The finish is thinning at most edges. The grip areas show light handling wear, more notable in the backstrap. There are a few light nicks and minor scratches including a faint “idiot mark” under the slide stop on the left of the frame. The action shows operational wear. The screw heads range from sharp to tool marked with usable slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The slide-to-frame fit has minor play. The trigger is crisp. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, it may need a thorough cleaning to meet your maintenance standards.
Box Paperwork and Accessories: This pistol comes with the additional grips described above and a single 7-round magazine. Most of the finish has been removed from the magazine body.
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 1950s, 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 Series ’70 Gold Cup National Match pistols made in 1977. The pistol has been customized with a beavertail grip safety and extended thumb safety. The pistol is in Very Good condition with much of its original finish and a great bore. Whether you’re looking for a great 1911-style target pistol or want to add a Gold Cup National Match to your collection, this is the choice for you. Please see our photos and good luck!
Please forgive any typos, I was educated in California. -Bud
