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Colt 1911 'Black Army' .45 ACP SN: 317498

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,100.00 USD Estimated At:2,200.00 - 4,400.00 USD
Colt 1911 'Black Army' .45 ACP SN: 317498
U.S. military contracted semi automatic pistol chambered in .45 Automatic Colt Pistol, circa 1918. Features a dark blued finish, 5" barrel marked "P" & "H", low profile blade front sight, fixed rear sight, serrated slide marked "Model of 1911 U.S. Army", thumb safety switch, beavertail grip safety, push button magazine release, later 7 round magazine, "United States Property" & Eagle over "S14" acceptance marked frame, smooth main spring housing with lanyard loop, smooth trigger, checkered hammer spur and double diamond checkered two piece wood grips. Slide retains 87% and frame retains 65% original dark bluing with the remainder turned patina. Action is strong, bore is excellent, markings are crisp, and wood grips are very good with heavily worn spot on left grip panel. Condition is near excellent as vintage. ***C&R Firearm*** ***Modern Firearm***