Attractive 1914 Production WWI Colt Model of 1911 U.S. Army .45 ACP PistolOur Assessment: This model of 1911 was produced in early 1914 and shipped February 17 to Rock Island Arsenal. Despite its age of 110 years, it retains the great majority of its original metal finish and strong mechanics. It has early features such as a long-leg guide rod and serif markings including its pre 1913 patent marked slide. This will make a great display in a collection and is a nice example of a pre-WWI Model 1911.
Make: Colt
Model: 1911 U.S. Army
Serial Number: 63672
Year of Manufacture: 1914
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 "U"-notch dovetailed to the rear of the slide.
Grip Configuration & Condition: The grips are double-diamond checkered walnut. The grips have minor wear with a few minor nicks. The checkering is well defined. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Fine-plus overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is gray and the rifling is well defined. There is scattered light erosion and infrequent pitting in the bore. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 6 or 7 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 87% of its metal finish. Most of the balance is light handling wear in the grip areas. There is some scattered wear on the top of the slide forward of the ejection port. There is some other scattered more minor wear, some small nicks and light scratches. The right of the frame has "M.P.R." hand-scribed above the front of the trigger guard. The action shows light operational wear. The screw heads are tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Very Good-Fine 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 two-tone magazine with lanyard loop floorplate.
CA LEGALITY: C&R: YES, CA PPT: NO.
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