Rare, 1 of 1,600 X-Number Colt Model of 1911 U.S. Army .45 ACP Pistol
Our Assessment: This an interesting example of the Model of 1911 due to its "X-Number" serial marking. The frame was produced between 1912-1917 with a slightly later production slide and a post-war Springfield barrel installed. The original serial number is no longer present, but the pistol bears an X-number and an Augusta Arsenal "AA" refurbish marking. The serial number is one assigned to Augusta after WWII for the purpose of replacing serial markings which had been worn, defaced or removed. The pistol appears to have seen limited use since this refurbishment and will make an interesting addition to a collection as one of the 1,600 X-number pistols of the Third Series.
Make: Colt
Model: 1911 U.S. Army
Serial Number: X2694512
Year of Manufacture: 1912-1917
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 WWII-era Keyes Fibre checkered brown plastic. The grips have minor wear. The checkering is well defined. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Fine-plus overall condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Arsenal Refurbished
Bore Condition: The bore is semi-bright and the rifling is sharp. There is scattered minor erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion and for the age, the bore rates 8 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its new metal finish. There are a few light marks through the finish and light operational wear. There are several nicks and minor erosion under the finish. The screw heads are tool marked with strong slots. The markings range from clear to worn, but legible. Overall, this handgun rates in about Very Good-plus 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 7-round magazine marked "C-R" and "R" on the floorplate.
CA LEGALITY: C&R: YES, CA PPT: NO.
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