It took over a year, but part of that was my fault. I sent it off right before the panic. Asked for Royal Blue, got it back and it was 2 toned blued with the rounds a matt bluing, I guess I didnt specify I wanted it all over. They took it back, got sent back and they missed the hammer, but they took it back and made it right. The 3rd time the rear sight corner was broken off, because it looked like someone at FEDEX through it off a building, and Colt took it back and made it right.
They were pretty behind and it took longer than I thought, but they made it right and did a great job. If you decide to do it you can contact BJT72 at 1911forum.com He is Colt's head of the custom shop and a great guy. His first name is Brent and for the life of me I cant remember his last name. He was a pleasure to work with.
It really shines outside in the sunlight.