GUN FALL 2015
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/5/2015
SCARCE COLT 1911 GOVERNMENT MODEL "BLACK ARMY" PISTOL WITH RARE GENERAL OFFICERS RUSSET BROWN US HOLSTER COLT 1911 494841 45 ACP MODERN; C&R Cal. .45 ACP. 5" bbl, brushed blue finish. Slide has standard markings on both sides, "United States Property" on left side of frame. SN in usual position on right side of frame. Original two tone magazine. Diamond checkered walnut grips. US General Officer issue holster. A clear "US" stamp on flap, US inspector mark J.J.M. 1918 stamped on holster under flap. CONDITION: Fine. Slide retains 95% of brush blue military finish with slight high point muzzle wear and high point wear at rear of slide. A few small scratches on top of slide. Bbl shows "HP" proof marks. Frame retains 95% brush blue. Finish is thinning somewhat on mainspring housing. Trigger and hammer show 90% brush blue finish. Grips are fine with sharp checkering and only a few slight handling marks. Holster is very fine with nice russet-brown finish. Here is a chance to purchase a "BLACK ARMY" General Officers rig that is WWI vintage, and very hard to find in this good of a condition. 49553-4 TEP (5,000-8,000)