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Colt New Service D/A .45 Acp. SN: 324087

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,250.00 USD Estimated At:2,500.00 - 3,000.00 USD
Colt New Service D/A .45 Acp. SN: 324087
Manufactured 1926. Features a 5.5" barrel, finely and fancy Gold an Sliver Inlaid, full coverage floral/scroll engraved. Inscribed "LT. L. J Amman. L.A Police Dept on left side of frame. Colt Medallion Mother of Pearl Grips. By Tradition this colt was presented to Amman for stopping a robbery in the 1930's. The Silver an Gold work is reminiscent of work on spurs and saddles in the era. The right frame shows swastika or "Sun Sign"and "$" dollar sign .45acp cylinder is a replacement or extra cylinder that appears factory fitted. The bbl marking indicates original 45 long colt, but possibly two cylinder supplied at the time. The butt is plugged where lanyard was located. 30-40% blued finish with near fine grips, bore is excellent bright, action is crisp with tight lock-up. NRA Condition-Good+. C&R Firearm.