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Colt 1911, WWI, 1913 Vintage, Cal. 45 ACP SOLD Guns International #: 100591727 Seller's Inventory #: CM15-1101 Category: Military Pistols - US - Colt Pistols - 1911 Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com 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 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 188 Total Number of Listings: 14857 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: Visa,Master Card, Discover,Check Description: Original Pre-WWI Colt 1911 with name N.J. Shupe stamped on the left side of the frame. Norris Josiah Shupe was a veteran of the Spanish American War, born 06/08/1870, died 02/11/1947. According to the War History Department, Major Shupe apparently went back into the Army on May 10th, 1917. When he left the Army is unknown, probably soon after WWI. The gun is one of a shipment of 500 shipped to Benicia Arsenal Army Point, California on February 19, 1913. It is in original condition, retaining 85-90% of its original blue finish, with the majority of the thinning on the main-spring housing and fore-strap. The grips are sound, but are worn with assorted handling marks. Appears to have its original two tone magazine. It has a bright bore and the action functions perfectly. Comes with 1916 dated holster (which has Major Shupe's name scratched on it), Colt Letter and other paper-work associated with Major Shupe. PRICE: $4,495 2% discount for cash or check payment. We are Antique & Modern Firearms in Lexington, KY, dealer of fine firearms since 1974. PH. 859-276-1419 We Buy, Sell and Trade. SOLD Curio/Relic: Yes |