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Colt Model 1911 US ARMY - .45 ACP - Used; Fair Condition - Early Production - Serial #26659
Guns International #: 103663872 Seller's Inventory #: AI107071YEE0626
Category: Colt Pistols - 1911 Pre-45 - Colt Pistols - 1911
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Description:
Colt Model 1911 US ARMY - .45 ACP - Used; Fair Condition - Early Production - Serial #26659
Colt Model 1911 U.S. Army – Early Production – Serial #26659 – A Hard Life Well Lived – Fair Condition
For sale is a Colt Model 1911 U.S. Army semi-automatic pistol, chambered in the iconic .45 ACP cartridge. This is an early production example – serial number 26659 – manufactured during the initial run of approximately 650,000 pistols produced for the U.S. Government between 1911 and 1925. The right side of the slide is marked "MODEL OF 1911 U.S. ARMY".
This is an interesting and slightly weird 1911 that has the signs of a hard life well lived. It shows moderate wear and tear with damage to the finish, but remains fully operable. The rear sight has damage and does not appear to be straight in the slot. This is a honest, well-used example of John Browning's legendary design – a piece of history that has been there and done that. This pistol is being offered in fair condition due to its cosmetic and sight issues.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Colt's Manufacturing Company, LLC
- Model: 1911 U.S. Army (Model of 1911)
- Serial Number: 26659 (Early Production – Circa 1911-1925)
- Caliber: .45 ACP (.45 Auto)
- Action: Recoil Operated Semi-Automatic, Single-Action (SA)
- Barrel Length: 5"
- Overall Length: 8.5"
- Weight: 39 oz
- Magazine Capacity: 7+1 (One 7-Round Magazine Included)
- Frame: Steel (Original Finish – Moderate Wear/Damage)
- Grips: Double Diamond Walnut
- Sights: Fixed Combat – Rear sight damaged and not straight in slot
- Safeties: Grip Safety, Manual Thumb Safety
- Markings: Right side of slide marked "MODEL OF 1911 U.S. ARMY"
- Condition: Used; Fair (Fully Operable – Moderate Wear, Finish Damage, Rear Sight Issue)
- Includes: One Magazine – No Box, No Accessories
- Colt Model 1911 U.S. Army Pistol (.45 ACP) – Serial #26659
- One (1) 7-Round Magazine
- Double Diamond Walnut Grips (Installed)
- Note: No box, no original accessories.
- Original Browning Design: The 1911 pistol is John Moses Browning's masterpiece – one of the most successful and influential firearm designs in history.
- Early Production (Serial #26659): This pistol was manufactured during the initial U.S. Government contract run. Approximately 650,000 were produced between 1911 and 1925.
- U.S. Military Markings: The right side of the slide bears the correct "MODEL OF 1911 U.S. ARMY" marking – a desirable feature for collectors.
- Proven Service Pistol: The 1911 served as the standard-issue sidearm of the U.S. military from 1911 to 1985 – through two World Wars, Korea, and Vietnam.
- A Hard Life Well Lived: This pistol shows honest wear, finish damage, and a damaged rear sight – evidence of a long service life. This is not a safe queen; it is a survivor.
- Overall Condition: Fair – moderate wear and tear, finish damage, rear sight damaged and crooked, but fully operable.
- Mechanical Function: Fully operable – Action functions, trigger works, safeties engage.
- Finish: Moderate wear and damage to the original finish – honest patina from decades of use.
- Rear Sight: Damaged and does not appear to be straight in the slot. This is a significant cosmetic/functional issue – please see photos.
- Grips: Double diamond walnut grips – show wear consistent with age.
- Bore: Not specified – assume moderate wear for a pistol of this age.
- Magazine: One magazine included – function not guaranteed.
- Interesting and Slightly Weird: This pistol has character. It tells a story. It has been carried, used, and possibly repaired in the field. It is not perfect – it is authentic.
- Rear Sight Issue: The rear sight is damaged and not straight in the slot. This will affect sight alignment. The pistol is sold as-is with this issue.
- Finish Damage: Moderate wear and finish damage – typical for a pistol of this age that saw actual service.
- Not a Collector's Showpiece: This is not a museum-grade example. It is a well-used, honest 1911 in fair condition with a lot of character.
- Fully Operable: Despite the cosmetic issues and damaged rear sight, the pistol functions as intended.
- No Returns Based on Condition: The condition is described honestly as fair. Please review photos carefully before .
- Proven Stopping Power: The .45 ACP has been a trusted military and law enforcement cartridge for over a century.
- 230gr Standard Load: Delivers reliable expansion and penetration for defensive applications.
- Manageable Recoil: The 1911's weight and design make the .45 ACP comfortable for extended shooting sessions.
- Widely Available: .45 ACP ammunition is available in a variety of defensive and practice loadings.
This Colt Model 1911 U.S. Army pistol is a survivor. It has been there. It has done its duty. The moderate wear, finish damage, and damaged rear sight tell the story of a pistol that served its purpose. It is not a pristine collector's example – it is an honest, well-used piece of American military history in fair condition. For the collector who appreciates character over perfection, or for someone looking for a project gun to restore or simply enjoy as-is, this is a unique opportunity. Serial #26659 is an early production example with genuine U.S. Army markings – a rare find, even in fair condition.
All listings are available for purchase in-store; please place ato ensure this item is pulled from the showroom. See photos for details, and contact us if you have any questions!
Price: POR
Curio/Relic: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .45 ACP (.45 Auto)
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911 US ARMY
Serial Number: 26659
Barrel Length: 5 Inches
Bore: Good
Chambers: Good
Ejectors: Good
Condition: Fair
Metal Condition: Fair to Good. Damage to finish
Wood Condition: Good Condition
Bore Condition: Good
Barrels: 1
Barrel Type: Standard
Action: Single Action Semi-Automatic
Triggers: 1