Late 1912 Production WWI Colt Model of 1911 U.S. Army .45 ACP PistolOur Assessment: This Model of 1911 US pistol was produced fairly early, shipped December 6, 1912 to Augusta Arsenal. It has some early features and the majority of its blue finish remains with some touch-up on the left of the frame. If you need an early 1911 in your collection, don't pass this one by.
Make: Colt
Model: 1911 U.S. Army
Serial Number: 15622
Year of Manufacture: 1912
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Detachable Magazine Fed
Barrel Length: 5"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the front of the slide. The rear sight is a round-top "U"-notch dovetailed to the rear of the slide.
Grip Configuration & Condition: The grips are double-diamond checkered walnut panels. The grips moderate handling wear with tool marks around the screw heads. The checkering is compressed in some areas and well defined in others. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Good-Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Most remaining finish is Original, there is some cold-blue touch-up on the left of the frame.
Bore Condition: The bore is gray and the rifling is well defined. There is scattered light erosion and minor pitting, more toward the chamber-end. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 6 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 75% of its metal finish. The front strap is worn to white with some other scattered more minor wear. There is some cold blue touch-up on the left of the frame. There are some small nicks and light scratches with infrequent faint surface oxidation. The action shows operational wear. The screw heads range from sharp to tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with a single punch and saw-cut "keyhole" magazine with lanyard loop floorplate.
CA LEGALITY: C&R: YES, CA PPT: NO.
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