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English Proofed Colt Gov't Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:NA
English Proofed Colt Gov't Model Semi-Automatic Pistol
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English Proofed Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #C17965, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, factory checkered diamond walnut grips, with one unmarked two-tone magazine. ''(Crown)/V'' proofmarks to left side of frame and slide, ''(crown)/BNP'' proofmarks to right side of frame and slide, and barrel shroud with pressure test markings. Shipped to the London Armory on May 27, 1915, 300 guns in shipment, as verified by factory letter. (Ref. the book, ''The Model 1911 and Model 1911A1 Military and Commercial Pistols'', page 27, by Joe Poyer.) Condition is fine retaining approx. 90% factory blue with thinning overall. Holster wear to right upper portion of slide. Grips with mild impressions. Good action, fine bore. Est.: $2,000-$3000. (C&R/PPT) (Joe Poyer collection)