December 10-13, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/11/2024
In 1967-68, Colt released their WWI famous battles Model 1911s. This gun shipped 5-19-1969 For this series, Colt had their master engraver Alvin White finish 25 of each of the four battles with his talented work. The blued gun features nearly full coverage C grade hand engraving and each is engraver signed in a gold grid inside the right grip frame. This example represents the Battle of Belleau Woods. This gun also features gold inlay bands and ribbon borders. The rosewood grips have the commemorative coins on both panels. Gun is housed in the wood display case. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows as near new condition with light handling. Gun has a discreet import stamp at well.
Paperwork
Factory letter, AA White Ephemera