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COLT US ARMY MODEL 1917 DA US PROPERTY 1920

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:230.00 USD Estimated At:900.00 - 1,200.00 USD
COLT US ARMY MODEL 1917 DA US PROPERTY 1920
Colt US Army Model 1917 .45 service revolver with original holster. Marked "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" on bottom of barrel, and "COLT DA 45" on the left side. Matching factory serial numbers on crane, and frame under crane. Marked "H" (Francis L. Hosmer inspection) over frame serial, and "V" underneath. "H" also stamped on cylinder face. Eagles head over "S20" inspection mark on top left of frame near hammer. "US ARME MODEL 1917" marked on butt, as well as military service number. Small "3" stamped on trigger guard to back left side. Original Bore is bright and clean, bluing is about 70%, with some fading and a shadow of where service number was hand painted on right side. Grips show significant handling wear covered by dark age patina, though remain free of cracks. Gun appears mechanically excellent, with firm cylinder, and good tight clicks. Overall very good example. Caliber: .45 ACP Serial #: 278841 This lot has a reserve.