Posted: 5/24/2013 6:15:40 PM EDT
Today I traded for my first Colt. I had an early Springfield Mil-Spec that I absolutely loved but when I was offered this in trade I had to do it. I have always wanted a true 1911 and here it is. 1914 dated with Second World War era sights. How did I do? It also came with the original two tone magazine.
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I would of made the trade but realize in that condition a commercial gov model is probably not worth as much as you think. I would say the max value on that pistol is 800 unless you were to obtain a colt factory letter indicating shipment to a location or person of historical significance.
This is not a military issue gun unless again it letters as purchased or shipped to a specific mil location or person. Still a great way to start on colts |
| Replace unknown recoil spring with new 16 lb spring, also an extra-power firing pin spring. This is to reduce slide/frame battering and possible slam fires. The old slides were not hardened and are known to crack. The thing is, you don't know when - it might shoot 5000 more or just one. Some will also recommend a Shok-Buff for this purpose, but if you install one do a spring-bind test where you verify the slide goes back all the way with or without the recoil spring. Original barrel? Many of these are badly pitted because the ammo was corrosive until after WWII. Pitting usually doesn't mean you can't use it and frequently it will as accurate as a non-pitted one. Looks like you have about 30% finish on it which isn't too bad. Depending on barrel condition, probably $1200 to $900. |
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It's BEAUTIFUL.
I far prefer a 1911 over a 1911A1. Look how they blend in that grip safety tang with the frame. Longer trigger. Ball cut slide. Nice. Not saying I DON'T like an A1. But I like these better. And there were plenty of them around in WWII in the hands of GI's. I think. Anyways...... Yeah, I probably wouldn't want it for a regular shooter, but a little bit wont hurt, right? |