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CLASSIC WORLD WAR I MODEL 1917 U.S. ARMY .45ACP (OR .45 AUTO RIM) REVOLVER
Guns International #: 101765211 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Colt Revolvers - New Service - Colt Revolvers - Army
Seller's Information
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Seller: goodmanguns
Company: William T. Goodman
Member Since: 10/16/15
First Name: William
Last Name: Goodman
State: Montana
Zip: 59715
Country: United States
Phone: (406) 587-3131
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 51
Total Number of Listings: 3281
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: checks, cashiers/bank check, money order
Description:
CLASSIC WORLD WAR I MODEL 1917 U.S. ARMY .45ACP (OR .45 AUTO RIM) REVOLVER, #253XXX (ARMY NUMBER ON BUTT: 99XXX). Since Colt couldn't turn out enough 1911 automatics for the war, the government turned to both Colt and S&W to make revolvers chambered in .45 ACP (Colt used the New Service and S&W the .44 Hand Ejector 2nd Model), for use with half-moon three-round clips as the .45 ACP is rimless and this was the only way to eject fired cases from the revolver's cylinder. Later the .45 Auto Rim cartridge solved the problem by simply making a rather fat rimmed .45 ACP round specifically for these revolvers. This is an unaltered revolver that has not been arsenal refinished (like so many of these). The original finish was a n un-polished military "brushed" blue that was non-glare and durable. Most of the original finish remains with some normal holster wear on the barrel sides and grip straps. The bottom of the barrel retains the "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" marking that often was ground off when these hit the surplus market. The correct smooth walnut grips are fine and show normal handling. The butt markings "U.S. ARMY MODEL 1917" with Army number are sharp and clear. Lanyard swivel is intact. Colt cylinders lock up for firing when the hammer begins to fall after either being cocked single action or used double action. This cylinder locks up with no movement when the hammer falls. Front sight has not been altered or filed, bore is excellent and the hammer back still retains nice fire blue. Historical Colt from the "War to end all wars." Four half-moon clips included.
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .45 ACP (.45 Auto)
Manufacturer: COLT
Model: 1917 U.S. ARMY REV.
Serial Number: 253XXX
Barrel Length: 5 1/2
Condition: FINE
Bore Condition: EXCELLENT