Colt USMA Class of 2002 Bicentennial 1911 Government .45 Semi-Auto Pistol

SOLD FOR: $1,125

WOA#: WY240312RS010

Make: Colt

Model: 01991GUSMA, United States Military Academy Class of 2002 Government Model

Serial Number: USMA02259

Year of Manufacture: 2002 (https://www.colt.com/serial-lookup)

Caliber: .45 ACP

Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Detachable Magazine Fed

Markings: The right of the frame is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A. / USMA 02259”. The trigger guard has the verified proof and inspector/assembler marks. The top of the barrel is marked “-COLT .45 AUTO-“. The left of the slide has gold scroll and an eagle holding a banner marked “CLASS OF 2002 BICENTENNIAL” with a rampant colt at the rear. The right of the slide has gold scroll with “UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY / DUTY * HONOR * COUNTRY”.

Barrel Length: 5”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the front of the slide. The rear sight is a square notch dovetailed to the rear of the slide.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are USMA Bicentennial laser-engraved wood panels. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blue & Gold

Finish Originality: Original

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

Overall Condition: This pistol retains 99% of its metal finish. There is no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in 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 standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes in a blue plastic Colt box with serial-matching label, factory paperwork including manual, cable lock, and a total of two 7-round magazines.

Our Assessment: Established in 1802, the United States Military Academy, also known as “West Point”, is still training U.S. Army cadets to this very day. This Colt Government Model was produced to celebrate the USMA Class of 2002, the Bicentennial class of graduating cadets. The pistol is in Excellent condition showing signs of little, if any use. It comes in its original box with a brace of magazines and will be a great addition to any collection, especially if you are one of the USMA 2002 graduates and missed out on this special edition. Please see our photos and good luck!

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