Colt Service Model Ace .22 LR 5″ Semi Automatic Pistol MFD 1983 & Box
SOLD FOR: $1,222.00
LSB#: WY250319DS062
Make: Colt
Model: Service Model Ace
Serial Number: 70B51014
Year of Manufacture: 1983
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Short-Recoil Operated, Fed by Detachable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “COLT SERVICE MODEL ACE .22 LONG RIFLE” followed by the Rampant Colt logo. The right side of the slide is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.”. The right side of the frame is marked with the serial number “70B51014”. The top of the chamber is marked “COLT CAL. .22 L.R.”. The barrel is marked “COLT”.
Barrel Length: 5”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade. The rear sight is a square-notch adjustable sight dovetailed to the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut panels with gold Colt medallions. The checkering is sharp with only minor signs of handling. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Excellent overall condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One original Colt .22 LR magazine, 10-round capacity, in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
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 97% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light operational wear on the barrel and slide rails with faint edge wear on sharp areas. There are a few light scratches and small handling marks throughout. The screw heads are sharp. The pins are unmarred. The markings are sharp. Overall, this pistol rates in about Excellent 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: This pistol includes a factory Colt woodgrain box with no label.
Our Assessment: The Colt Service Model Ace was Colt’s answer to practical and economical target training, allowing shooters to maintain familiarity with the full-size 1911 platform while utilizing the affordable and soft-shooting .22 Long Rifle cartridge. These pistols offer the same ergonomics and trigger feel as a Government Model .45, making them invaluable for both training and sport.
Introduced in the mid-1970s, the Service Model Ace replaced the original floating chamber design with a fixed barrel blowback system, significantly increasing reliability and accuracy. Built with Colt’s hallmark quality, these pistols have developed a strong collector following, especially those in original condition with their factory packaging.
This 1983-manufactured example remains in Excellent condition and comes with its original factory box. With its high finish retention, sharp markings, and clean bore, it is equally appealing for collectors, target shooters, and enthusiasts of the iconic 1911 platform. Please see our High Quality photos and good luck on your bids.-C.M.
