^Lot 217 Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, Mfg'd 1920, #C125152, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, checkered double diamond walnut grips, half-moon blade front sight, drift adjustable ''U''-notched rear sight, with one unmarked two-tone magazine with lanyard ring at the base. Left side of the slide with maker's information and patent dates in two-lines, with (Rampant Colt) in the center. Right side of the slide is marked ''COLT AUTOMATIC/CALIBRE 45''. Right side of the frame is marked "GOVERNMENT MODEL" above the serial number. Mfg'd 1920. Condition is fine, retaining approx. 92% factory blue, with light marks scattered throughout. The most significant wear is to the front grip strap. Factory lettering is clear. Grips with crisp checkering and a few light handling marks to the double diamonds. Action functions smoothly. Bore rates good overall with clear rifling. Est.: $1,600-$2,200. (C&R/PPT)