1918, COLT MODEL 1911 "BLACK ARMY" SEMI-AUTO
PISTOL. Cal. 45 ACP. S# 439813. Mfg. 1918; known as the Black Army Model due to the dark blue finish applied during this era. Per "U.S. PISTOLS & REVOLVERS 1909-1945" by J.C. Harrison, appears to have all correct parts including Colt 5" type 4 barrel and double diamond walnut grips. MAGS: 1 two-tone 7 rd. CONDITION: slide has approx. 10% original rough blue with vast majority brown patina with spots of corrosion and marks. Frame has approx. 30% original blue in exposed areas showing large areas of brown patina along with scattered marks. Barrel has approx. 30% original blue with large areas of brown patina; strong rifling with light pitting. (26-3626/MD). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.
PISTOL. Cal. 45 ACP. S# 439813. Mfg. 1918; known as the Black Army Model due to the dark blue finish applied during this era. Per "U.S. PISTOLS & REVOLVERS 1909-1945" by J.C. Harrison, appears to have all correct parts including Colt 5" type 4 barrel and double diamond walnut grips. MAGS: 1 two-tone 7 rd. CONDITION: slide has approx. 10% original rough blue with vast majority brown patina with spots of corrosion and marks. Frame has approx. 30% original blue in exposed areas showing large areas of brown patina along with scattered marks. Barrel has approx. 30% original blue with large areas of brown patina; strong rifling with light pitting. (26-3626/MD). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.
