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Lot 288
WWI Canadian Contract Colt 1911 45 ACP Pistol W/ Letter and Holster
Estimate: $3,000 - $3,500
Starting Bid
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,500 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $25,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Serial: C11624
Manufacturer: Colt's PT. F.A. Mfg. Co. (c. Nov. 11, 1914)
Model: 1911 Government Model
Caliber: 45 ACP
Barrel length: 5 in.
OAL: 8.75 in.
Condition: Good; replacement grips have slight wear; slide & frame retain nice high polish blue finish w/ scattered rust & light pitting; some gray/brown patina in worn areas; bore is bright w/ some frosting; good rifling remains
Includes: Colt factory letter stating this pistol was shipped on November 14, 1914 to H.W. Brown in Quebec, Canada for the Canadian government in a 1,000 gun shipment. Total of 5,000 ordered by the Canadian government.
-two-tone loop magazine
-canvas holster
-replacement firing pin & firing pin stop are installed; original parts are included
Provenance: A San Antonio, Texas gentleman
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