July 12-14, 2022 Collectible Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 7/14/2022
Colt M1911A1 semi automatic pistol. Made 1943. "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" marked on the right side of the frame. Crossed cannons cartouche is marked behind the grip. The left side of the frame is marked with "G.H.D." inspector marks, and a "P" proof. "VP" proofs on the left side of the trigger guard. Left side of the slide is marked with patent dates and the company address. Barrel is Colt production. Rear of the slide is serial numbered to the frame, under the firing pin retaining plate. Standard blade front sight and U-notch rear. Original parkerized finish. Coltwood checkered plastic grips. Includes a blued steel Little contract magazine. CONDITION: Metal retains 95% of its original finish with light wear. Grips are excellent. Bore has some light frosting, but retains strong rifling. Mechanically fine. Magazine is excellent. JWA