Lew Horton Colt Commander Plus O4091U-TT .45 ACP Semi-Auto Pistol & Box
SOLD FOR: $1,025.00
WOA#: WY240609MM028
Make: Colt, Lew Horton Exclusive
Model: Commander Plus Two-Tone, O4091U-TT
Serial Number: CJ59792
Year of Manufacture: Ca. 2015-2019
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Pistol fed by Detachable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “-COLT’S- / COMMANDER MODEL / .45 AUTOMATIC CALIBER” with a rampant colt. The right side of the slide is marked “COMMANDER MODEL”. 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: 4 1/4”
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 blue Pearlite panels with rampant Colt medallions. 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: Two-Tone, Blue Slide & Stainless Steel Frame
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is some stubborn copper fouling. In this writer’s opinion, this bore rates 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. The action shows minor operational wear. Otherwise, there are 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 requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This handgun comes in a blue plastic Colt case with serial-matching label, manual, cable lock and a single 7-round magazine.
Our Assessment: Colt made a Commander version of its 1911A1 pistol starting in 1950 with a lightweight alloy frame and a 4 1/4” barrel, but changed its name to Lightweight Commander in 1970 to distinguish it from the newly introduced all steel Combat Commander. The shorter barrel makes the Commander more suited to regular carry than the full-size Government model while using the same magazine and having the same grip for familiarity. This example is a Lew Horton exclusive Commander Plus Two-Tone with a blued slide, stainless frame and blue pearlite grips. The frame has an under-cut trigger guard and extended beavertail grip-safety. We weren’t able to find much information about this particular Lew Horton exclusive, with claims of as few as 107 made. In high condition and with its original box, it would make a great pistol to add to—or start!—a Colt collection. Please see our photos and good luck in your bidding!
Please forgive any typos, I was educated in California. -Bud
