(C) HIGH CONDITION COLT US ARMY MODEL 1909 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Between 1909 and 1911, the United States acquired 15,403 New Service revolvers from Colt, this example circa 1911. Finished in high polish blue with nitre blue small parts. Standard 5 - 1/2" round barrel with 2-line address and blade front sight, stamped on the underside "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" with an "RAC" Renaldo Carr inspector marking. Right side of the frame also stamped with "RAC" and "WGP" for Walter Penfield, "U.S. / ARMY MODEL / 1909" on the lanyard loop butt. Grips are plain walnut with "RAC" inspections on the base. CONDITION: Fine. Approximately 95% lustrous factory blue. Nitre blue is likewise very fine. Grips have scattered nicks and impressions. Excellent mirror bore, possibly unfired. A very nice example. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1909 Serial Number: 44929