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ITEM 1857 – SOLD- Colt Model 1911-A1 Civilian Government Model 45 A.C.P. In The Rare Nickel Finish With Original Box

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Item Number 1857 Category

This Colt was produced in 1966. The pistol’s serial number is 304279-C. This Colt is as new in the original Colt box. The barrel has the high polish full nickel finish. The slide has the high polish sides with the no glare top surface. The frame also has the high polish sides with the grip area in the no glare finish. This Colt shows no sign of being fired other than test fired, There is no scratches on the high polish finish. The original “Pony” Coltwood grips are intact. These grips are known to shrink slightly as they age. This pair shows light shrinkage as expected. There is no wear on the barrel chamber area from slide being worked. It also has the correct nickel plated magazine. This Colt is truely stunning with that nickel finish! The original finish would rate a 99% or better condition. It is estimated that less than 2% of Colts in the 1911 style frame were ever plated before the Series “70” Colts came out. This makes this Colt a very rare model with the Plated Finish! This Colt also comes with it’s original serial numbered box! The box is in sound condition with no damage. The labels are intact and fully readable. The original Colt pamplet is in the box with the pistol’s wrapping paper. This Colt would be a real showpiece in any collection!

 

Curio&Relic CLBE (M) (7) F. No. 561 -21

$4,795.00