Colt Model 1917 .45 ACP Single /Double Action 6 Round Cylinder Revolver C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,352.00
LSB#: WY240913TF009
Make: Colt
Model: 1917
Serial Number: 196381
Year of Manufacture: 1917 – 1920
Caliber: 45 ACP
Action Type: Single Action or Double Action Revolver with 6 Round Swing-Out Cylinder
Markings: The bottom of the barrel is marked “UNITED STATES PROPERTY”. The left side of the barrel is marked “COLT DA 45” Inside the crane is marked “196381”
Barrel Length: The barrel is 5.5” in length.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade. The rear sight is a U groove cut into the top of the frame.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are smooth wood grips. There are scratches and compression marks on the grips. There are some small chips on the butt of the grips.There are cracks. The grips rate in Very Good 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. The bore rates 9.5/10
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 85% of its metal finish. There are scratches in the barrel, cylinder and frame. There is a turn line on the cylinder. There is operational wear on the cylinder, hammer, and crane. This revolver rates in Very Good Overall Condition
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: The M1917 Revolvers were six-shot, .45 ACP, large frame double action revolvers adopted by the United States Military in 1917, to supplement the standard M1911 pistol during World War I. There were two variations of the M1917, one made by Colt and the other by Smith & Wesson. They used moon-clips to hold the cartridges in position, facilitate reloading, and to aid in extraction since revolvers had been designed to eject rimmed cartridges and .45 ACP rounds were rimless for use with the magazine-fed M1911.After World War I, they gained a strong following among civilian shooters. A commercial rimmed cartridge, the .45 Auto Rim, was also developed, so M1917 revolvers could eject cartridge cases without using moon-clips.
This Model 1917 is in Very Good condition and will be a fantastic addition to anyone’s collection. Good luck on your bid! -M.C.
