Guns International #: 100749238
Seller's Inventory #: CM16-1215
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Guns International #: 100749238
Category - Colt Pistols - 1911
- Military Pistols
- US
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Seller: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Company: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc. Member Since: 4/27/15
State:
Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 276-1419
Fax: (859) 278-0838
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Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
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1918 Colt Black Army 1911 with WW1Belt, Clinton Holster, and Mag Pouch SOLD
Description: For sale we have a beautiful 1918 manufactured Colt Model 1911 "Black Army" complete with an original WW1 U.S. web/pistol belt, a U.S. 1918 dated Clinton 1911 leather holster, and a 1918 dated P.B. & Co. double magazine pouch. This Colt 1911 serial number 376746, is in excellent shape and 100% original and correct. In May of 1918 Colt changed the way that it finished the Model 1911 in order to speed up production to meet the requirements of the U.S. Military. The final polishing step was eliminated before the blue finish was applied and Colt began using a faster gas fired oven system to bake on the bluing. The result is what collectors call today the "Black Army". The final product was a much darker blue than the earlier method almost appearing black. A consequence of this change is that the finish was not as durable, and over time the finish fades and sometimes flakes even when stored properly. This example shows very little wear, but as you can see in the pictures the blue/black finish on the frame has deteriorated in spots. The slide is in excellent condition and the finish rates a solid 97%. The small parts on this 1911 are the earlier type of blue. This is common on Black Army 1911s where Colt used up the supply of small parts made previous to the finish changes, and parts from subcontractors which were still using the traditional blue finish. These small parts are all in excellent condition. The bore is excellent. It has strong rifling, no pitting, and appears to have been fired very little. The grip straps front and rear show very little to no wear. This is another indication that this 1911 was used very little and any deterioration of the finish is due to the tendency of this finish to fade/break down with time rather than use. The original checkered walnut "double diamond" grips are in great shape with clean and sharp checkering. They show no cracks, repairs, or damage other than some very small handling marks. The magazine is the proper unmarked, two-tone variation without the lanyard loop issued with these Colts. This 1918 Colt 1911 is a great example of the "Black Army" variation and is 100% functional and nice and tight. It would be very hard to upgrade this one. This Colt comes with everything you see in the pictures as a complete rig just as it was issued during WW1. The accessories are in equally great shape and are 100% original just like the pistol. *** If you would like one or two of the correct extra mags to put in the mag pouch we may have them available for an additional cost, just ask and we will let you know what those options are. SOLD Curio/Relic: Yes Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 "Black Army Serial Number: 376746 Caliber Info: .45 ACP |
Guns International #: 100749238
Seller's Inventory #: CM16-1215
Guns International #: 100749238
Seller's Inventory #: CM16-1215