^Lot 1330 FINE, 1914 ERA COLT U.S. ARMY M1911 SEMI AUTO

PISTOL WITH HOLSTER. Cal. 45 ACP. S# 101682. Per Colt letter, Shipped to Springfield Armory Oct. 29, 1914 (1 of 994). Per "U.S. Pistols & Revolvers 1909-1945" by J.C. Harrison, this pistol appears to have correct parts including Type 3 Colt 5" bbl. & dbl. diamond checkered walnut grips. MAGS: 1 reblued 7 rd. w/ loop. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Boyt 45 dated M3/M7 body holster with strap. Colt Letter. CONDITION: slide has less than 25% original blue with majority of slide having brown patina appearance. Approx. 85% original brushed blue finished frame with majority of finish hidden by grips. Triggerguard bow, front strap & mainspring housing worn to gray patina. Barrel has approx. 80% original blue showing cycling wear. Strong rifling with light frosting & pinprick pitting. (26-2417/MD). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.