Guns International #: 103327580
Seller's Inventory #: 3730

Category - Colt Pistols - 1905 - Colt Pistols - 1911 Pre-45

Category
Colt Pistols - 1905
Colt Pistols - 1911 Pre-45

COLT 1905 45 with COLT LETTER

Description:
COLT Model 1905  45 acp 
The first 45 auto made by COLT for commercial sale - RARE and collectable.
Pre 1911
Only 6210 total 1905s were manufactured.
Serial number 3730 manufactered in 1909
Colt archive letter included, shipped to Stauffer Eschleman & Co New Orleans, LA  on 4/13/1909
Straight razor marked Stauffer Eschelman is included
This pistol is pictured in the 26th Edition of BLUE BOOK OF GUN VALUES by FJESTAD on Page 77 listed as 30% blue finish. 
Spur hammer
Checkered wood grips with diamonds.
Hand checkered thick thumb spur hammer
Original mag
Good bore
I've shot this pistol with light reloads (not military 230fmj), but have it checked by your gunsmith beforehand.
Markings: verified proof VP, W, 3 and 1.

$2750
I follow all laws. Shipping to your FFL or C&R if legal in your jurisdiction for $25 from my C&R.
Certified funds preferred and will speed shipping.
 

Curio/Relic: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .45 ACP (.45 Auto)
Manufacturer: COLT
Model: 1905
Serial Number: 3730
Barrel Length: 5
Condition: good
Metal Condition: good
Wood Condition: used
Bore Condition: fair
Manufacture Date: 1909

Price: $2,750.00
Shipping: $25.00