^Lot 942 Colt Government Model

Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, with Mexican carry permit plaque, #C96360, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, factory blue finish, diamond checkered walnut grips, with one two-tone magazine. Plaque to right side marked ''C96360/Permision de Llevar Durante/El Expedicion Al Interior/Fed. PMTD. Mexico 1920''. (Permission to Carry on an Expedition to the Interior 1920). Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 95% original finish. Front strap is strong; mainspring housing with about 60% thinning blue. Grips are mostly crisp with one scratch to left panel emanating near grip screw slot. Action is good, bore is bright. Magazine is fair with some corrosion. Est.: $3,000-$5,000. (C&R)