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Highly Embellished Remington UMC 1911 .45

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 2,000.00 USD
Highly Embellished Remington UMC 1911 .45
SN: C153311(originally 15331 with the first and last digit of the new serial number added by the engraver) Customized U.S. military contact single action semi-automatic service pistol chambered in .45 Auto, circa 1919. Features a nickel plated finish, full coverage floral scroll engraving with added gold washed plates, 5" unmarked barrel, low-profile round blade front sight, dovetailed 'u' notch rear sight, USGI trigger with added serrations, knurled wide hammer spur, grip safety, thumb safety, push button magazine release, unmarked 7 round magazine with lanyard loop, relief engraved mainspring housing with floral decor, custom two-piece nickel plated & engraved brass grips with flower screw escutcheons. Markings: Slide - "PATENTED DEC.19.1905/FEB.14.1911.AUG.19.1913./ COLTS PT.F.A.MFG.CO", 'REMINGTON/U M C' inside a circle, "MODEL OF 1911/U.S.ARMY CALIBER.45", & "[eagle head]/l 38". Frame - "22" & "[eagle head]/l 38". The pistol retains approximately 85% of it's nickel plated finish showing scattered losses and wear with the balance comprised of a dark brown patina. The slide has lost one if it's gold embellishments on the left side behind the cocking serrations. Action is strong, bore is fair showing scattered light pitting and the brass grips are very good. Condition is NRA very good. ***C&R Firearm***