GUN SPRING 2017
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/11/2017
COLT NEW SERVICE REVOLVER U.S. ARMY MODEL 1917 WITH BELT, LANYARD, AMMO POUCHES AND HOLSTER. COLT NEW SERVICE M1917 243351 45 MODERN; C&R Cal. .45 ACP. 5-1/2" bbl, brush blue finish. Bbl shows 2-line Colt address and patent mark on top with model and cal mark on left side, bottom of bbl is marked "United States Property", there is an "H" inspector mark at the breech on the bottom of bbl. SN is stamped on the frame in the crane mortise, on the crane, and is written in pencil on the inside of both grips. Frame shows a Springfield Eagle proof on the upper left side in front of the hammer. A rampant Colt logo is stamped on the left side plate. Butt is marked U.S./Army Model 1917 at the toe in front of lanyard ring. Army inventory number 89205 is stamped on the butt at the heel. There is a "V" inspector mark on the rear face of the cyl. 2-pc American walnut grips. Web belt with 2 ammo pouches, lanyard, and holster. Holster is marked G&K/1917/A.G. on back of the loop. Holster is also embossed "U.S." on the front face. Russet brown color. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl retains 90% of the brushed blue finish that is thinning somewhat towards the muzzle. Polish marks are visible around front sight. Bbl markings are sharp and clear. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Frame retains 95% brush blue finish with most of the wear on the forward edge, top strap, and grip straps. All markings are sharp and clear. Hammer and trigger show a considerable amount of finish remaining. Butt markings are clear and sharp. Grips are about fine, with minor handling marks overall, "XII" is scratched on to the bottom of the right grip. Belt is fine, with light staining and considerable dull blue on metal parts. Ammo pouches are very good and also show dull blue on snaps. Lanyard is also very good. Holster is fine, and shows an even russet color, toe plug is intact, tie down is present, inspector marks are legible, stitching is intact, U.S. is slightly worn. An opportunity to obtain an Army Model 1917 Colt New Service revolver with a complete rig in a condition that would be hard to improve upon. This rig was probably brought home by an American soldier returning from the Great War. 51696-14 TEP (1,800-2,500)