Tight Guy Report post Posted October 21, 2016 Don't know if anyone is a collector but, I have a colt 1911 made in 1917. It has the US Property markings, the original Colt wooden grips, and when I bought this it came with a really old magazine, but I don't know if it is original as it has no markings. (The early Colts didn't have markings on the magazine.) I'm no expert but the research I've done shows that the slide and barrel are replacements. These were most likely done in the field because there are no arsenal rebuild markings on the trigger guard. Ive seen these sell on Gunbroker for over 2500.00 dollars in worse shape then this one. I am not the best photographer and would be happy to show you this in person if you are interested. I'm asking for 2200.00, or perhaps a trade toward a camping trailer or older motorhome. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IA Born Report post Posted October 21, 2016 If only! That would go great with my 1918 Springfield 1903! Good luck with the sale. I've been able to hold an original (no replacements) 1911 from earlier than yours and they are SWEET!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edge Report post Posted October 22, 2016 In 1917, Uncle Sam paid $14.50 for this. What's the serial number on the frame? This is around the time the Black 1911's were being manufactured. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tight Guy Report post Posted October 22, 2016 The serial number is 173xxx. It is from before the "BLACK ARMY" 1911's from WWI.As IA Born said it is almost sacred to hold and imagine what history is associated with this pistol. I can only imagine the journey it has been on, and the sights it has seen I hate to sell but it is a SAFE QUEEN, and I am Simi-retiring and can us the money to take some trips with the Wife and Dog. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edge Report post Posted October 22, 2016 Yeah, almost 200,000 1911s before. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
