Colt Ultimate Officers Limited Edition .45 ACP Semi Auto Pistol & Box, 1989

SOLD FOR: $1,138.00

WOA#: WY240609MM031

Make: Colt

Model: Ultimate Officers, 101 of 500

Serial Number: UOM101

Year of Manufacture: 1989 (https://www.colt.com/serial-lookup/)

Caliber: .45 ACP

Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Pistol fed by Detachable Magazine

Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “COLT MK IV / -SERIES 80-” with a rampant colt. The right side of the slide is marked “ULTIMATE OFFICERS ACP”. The right side of the frame is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.” and the serial number. The top of the chamber is marked “-COLT 45 AUTO-“. 

Barrel Length: 3 1/2”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade with a recessed white dot fixed to the slide above the muzzle. The rear sight is a square-notch with two white dots dovetailed to the the top rear of the slide. 

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth rosewood panels with serpentine Colt medallions. The grips have only a few scattered minor marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blue & Bright Stainless Steel

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, this bore rates 10 out of 10.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are a couple of light nicks on the top edge of the left slide-flat and one in the frontstrap. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun is in Fine-Excellent 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 requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This handgun comes in a maroon cardboard Colt box with serial-matching label, factory paperwork including manual and a single 6-round magazine.

Our Assessment: The Ultimate Officers Model is a limited edition fo 500 pistols produced by Colt in 1989. Based on the Officer’s ACP, a shortened version of the Government Model 1911, it is the most compact of Colt’s 1911-style firearms, making it better for concealed carry. Embellishments on this limited edition include contrasting high-polish stainless and blued finish, special serial numbering, and rosewood grips with Colt serpentine medallions. Chambered for the powerful .45 ACP cartridge, Officer’s models make a potent carry pistol that will conceal well while still packing a punch. This limited edition with its original box would make a great display in a Colt collection or a classy BBQ gun. Please see our photos and good luck in your bidding! 

Please forgive any typos, I was educated in California. -Bud

Colt Ultimate Officers Limited Edition .45 ACP Semi Auto Pistol & Box, 1989
Colt Ultimate Officers Limited Edition .45 ACP Semi Auto Pistol & Box, 1989