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U.S. ARMY COLT 1911A1SEMI AUTO PISTOL. He reportedly asked for any available ammo. Subscribe to Pew Pew Tactical's sales and deals email. Newer 1911 Government& Commander .45 ACP models have a standard factory magazine capacity of 8 rounds and the Officers Model is 7 rounds. The first 500 pistols went to the Army and the second group, numbered . SHIPPED TO HIS MAJESTY'S GOVERNMENT . After all was said and done, Colt and Savage made it to the end of the testing. Get Our Top Shooting Drills and Zeroing Targets ($47 value - but FREE for a limited time). It has the right carry-size footprint, weight and ammunition capacity to go toe-to-toe with its competitors. Colt Auto Pistols 1911 Government Series 70 (O Frame) Magazines Sort by: 26 Item (s) of 2 Magazine, .22 LR, 10 Round, Stainless, Black Polymer Floorplate, Used (Factory) Manufacturer: COLT Model: O FRAME Product #: 1962340A $33.40 Add to Cart Add to My Saved Parts Eligible for FREE shipping * Magazine, .38 Super, 8 Round, Blued, New (Aftermarket) (, We noticed that you have previously logged in with your, Check what do you get by creating an account, Bookmark and compare your favorite firearms, A (Not So Brief) History of the Colt M1911. It is in excellent condition! View cart for details. So why this gun, which has an MSRP of $1500 and the same features as the base model gun? Subcategories 1911 Gold Cup Models and Target Combat models. 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Along the way, design changes were implemented as problems arose. Bright bore w/ strong rifling. Feb. 14, 1911 and Colts Pt. 1998 Colt El Oficial 1911 Lew Horton .38 Sup This firearm is in fair condition showing signs of use (as pictured, COLT SERIES 80 MODEL M1991A1 SEMI AUTO PISTOL 45ACP . Eventually, the M1900 fired 5,800 rounds of .38 ACP and concluded that the only major issue was long link pins. COLT MK IV GOLD CUP NATIONAL MATCH ENHANCED SEMI AUTO PISTOL 45ACP - GREAT GUN ! It gives a high initial velocity and flat trajectory. The magazine catch release is also on the left, behind the trigger. 2. Llama-Fabrinor S.A.L., Star and Astra all have contributed to the plethora of Spanish 1911s. Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. The M1900 was the first pistol to utilize the Browning Short Recoil design and was chambered in .38 ACP. The M1911A1 became a favorite with not just American troops, but Allied forces all around. The trigger was shortened and cutouts on the frame behind the trigger were added to ease access to the trigger. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Colt 1911 Combat Commander .45 ACP Barrel GGW Stainless Unused Fitting Required at the best online prices at eBay! Title: Pistol, Automatic, .45 Cal, M1911, Colt, Navy, US, S/N 538 Let us know below. So, it needed some modifications. These are all stainless construction-(no alloy) except the trigger which I believe is, This is a beautiful highly polished Colt Government MK IV Series 80 45 ACP. On March 3, 1911, the Army began a torture test. Magazine springs for the above Colt pistols are available in a variety of load ratings to accommodate almost any shooting requirement. 4. Related products. anything extra and your EASTERN BRANCH FIREARMS ADD 40.00 SHIPPING NEXT DAY AIR, This Colt Model of 1911 U.S. Army was manufactured in 1916. $22.56. If you have missed out on this auction or are looki, Colt BANDERA 1911 38 Super *1 of only 500 Ever Made* REMAINS FACTORY SEALED, Click here to view the Live Auction 979948737. pleased to present this stunning semi-auto pistol today for a penny start auction, this isthe Colt Government 1911 Series 70! Factory New Condition. The 1911 was vigorously welcomed by militaries from all over the world from its inception, and it served well in combat. $3.95. The Lightweight Aluminum Frame is finished in a Matte Stainless Steel finish, topped with a, Guns Listing ID: 804399TWO 10 ROUND MAGAZINESThe Colt Combat Unit design was guided by US Special Forces Trainers whose tactical expertise delivered a gun equipped to handle and shoot with the highest, Colt 1911 Gold Cup National Match. 38 Super Gov't Comm, 9 Rd- Stainless Steel. These early 38 Super barrels. FFL is not required Ask Seller a Question Current Bid. This little change simplified the handgun, providing it with more durability. While chrome silicone is an excellent material, it is a softer material and does not offer the tensile strength of our proprietary HTCS spring material (the material from which most of our springs are produced from). It turns out a long and brutal war exposes flaws with any design, and the M1911 was no different. Shadow Systems of Plano, Texas, designs and manufactures premium components and complete semi-automatic pistols based on the Glock Safe Action design. By the early 1990s, the M9 crept its way into the hands of the vast majority of the United States military. Add to cart. Alvin York famously used one in the event in which he earned his Medal of Honor. Were going to take a deep dive into the history of one of the worlds most popular pistols to show you exactly why this design is so enduring! Product Family #: 2084367982. STOEGER NEW YORK 22LR CONVERSION KIT - COLT GOVERNMENT 1911 22 CONVERSION ( SALE $1650.00 ), PRE-WAR COLT MODEL 1911 "ACE" PISTOL IN .22 LONG RIFLE CALIBER, COLT U.S. ARMY 1911A1 MILITARY SEMI AUTO PISTOL 45ACP, COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL 1911 SEMI AUTO PISTOL 45 ACP WITH BOX, Colt 1911 JAL Dark Horse 38 Super 5" Barrel TALO Model 1 of 500. 1911 Early Colt Magazine Follower, Original CLT040. The Secretary of War Jacob M. Dickinson approved Colt's pistol. $12.95 + $3.99 shipping. An interesting event occurred in this time frame known as the Moro rebellion, which saw U.S. Six guns chambered in .45 ACP were submitted. Even during the war with Spain, the revolver didnt cut it for American forces. Reduced power magazine springs lessen the cartridge pressure on the underside of the slide to improve functioning in low recoil energy situations. The M1911A1 became the superior option and is the gun most 1911 owners have in some form or another. Designed by John Moses Browning, the Colt Model of 1911 became the standard pistol for all US services when it entered production in 1912. Designed by John Moses Browning, the Colt Model of 1911 became the standard pistol for all US services when it entered production in 1912. Add to My Saved Parts. To that end, USSOCOM initiated the Offensive Handgun Weapon System competition in order to find a suitable,.45 ACPreplacement service pistol. Again, the 1911 found its way to the field. Despite the widespread adoption of Berettas small, higher-capacity pistol, theM1911remained a mainstay in the Marine Corps among certain specialized groups like some reconnaissance units as well as among some MEU(SOC) personnel. Great item, excellent packaging , Great sale!! Leaning alone against a tree, he waited, armed for the enemy. Copyright 2023 Pew Pew Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Manufacturer: COLT. Wolff longslide recoil springs are designed for use in pistols with recoil spaces up to 3" (when slide is in full recoil position). The Commanding Officer of the Springfield Armory, the Chief of Ordnance, and the General Staff all agreed that the M1910 should be the United States' next firearm. $4,500.00 plus S&H OBO NOTE: THIS IS IN PRISTINE CONDITIONTHE DOTS I, "SN: DE03607. In something of a panic, the Army reissued Single Action Army revolvers from reserve stocks, and purchased some M1902 .45 caliber double-action revolvers. According to the defiinitive Charles Clawson book, the pre-war commercial 1911's were the best made with closer tolerances, hand finished with mo, NIB COLT'S CUSTOM SHOP "A" ENGRAVED 1911 IN .38 SUPER. The metal is 80% metal, with excellen, This Colt Custom Government Model is in excellent condition and will make a great addition to your collection. Personalize your experience. It's the same brand of ammunition I initially shot though that Rock Island 1911. Please see other caliber notes below. Browse history, guns for sale and restored examples. The Colt Companion Guide. Guns Listing ID: 798985Used. - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new window or tab, Colt Series 70 1911 Factory Checkered Wood Grips Gold Medallions, - for PayPal Credit, opens in a new window or tab, Report this item - opens in new window or tab, Vintage CROSS 14kt Gold Filled Made In USA No.1501 Pen And Pencil Boxed Set (#385444538988). He teamed up with a young Colt employee, Fred Moore, and they painstakingly ensured that the pistols to be submitted were the finest they could produce. Each pistol would be fired 100 times, then allowed to cool for five minutes. 9mm Compact Stainless Steel- TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK $49.99 Constructed with an easy-load feature! But beyond its service (Two World Wars! To shop by schematic, please click the picture above! And thus, the legend was born! Midrange is 14 Lbs. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Stock No. Colt 1911 Original Gold Medallion Wood Checkered Grips. I thought, at that time, how and where the 1911 originated. The shooter starts with the strongest spring in the pak and works down until the desired recoil function is obtained. 5 different strength recoil springs are available denoted as #1 thru #5. A.F. This Colt Government 1911 Series 70 is a Limited Edition 1 of 500 Bandera De Mexico!! Whats your favorite part of 1911 history or your fave 1911? It was seemingly the only pistol to last the entire endurance test, but Colt sent a gunsmith to fix numerous issues with the weapon throughout the testing. 1972. Manufacturer: COLT Model: 1911 GOVERNMENT, 1911A1 GOVERNMENT SERIES 80 Product #: 1573090A $97.65 Add to Cart Add to My Saved Parts Eligible for FREE shipping * 17 Item (s) of 2 Numrich Gun Parts Corporation 226 Williams Ln. ALL ORIGINAL (THIS INCLUDES THE BARREL), NUMBER MATCHING, VERY GOOD BORE AND GRIPS, RARE Colt M45A1 Exact copy of the pistol adopted by the US Military special operations! 1 OF 2000 GUNS IN A SHIPMENT ON MARCH 3RD 1916. GUN SHOW ORIGINAL BLU, Colt 1911 JAL Dark Horse 38 Super 5" Barrel TALO Model 1 of 500 - Factory New, This Colt was produced in 1943. During testing, the gun developed ejection issues that could not be fixed at the range, so it was sent home. Despite the retention of updated and modified M1911, the Colt M45A1, by the Marine Corps, the M1911 and derivative designs are on the out, with the United States military shifting from lower capacity, harder-hitting ammunition, to increased capacity designs with less stopping power. All Rights Reserved. Note: Not intended to increase the capacity of standard 7 round magazine to 8 rounds. By the end of the war, nearly 2 million 1911 pistols were made and sold to the government. Springfield Armory shortened the trigger, added cutouts behind the trigger, arched the mainspring housing, extended the grip safety, and simplified grip checkering. Negative space has been engraved with dot pattern constituting full coverage beyond most any 1911 .45 ACP seen in the custom, Colt Government Model Series 70 Gold Cup Trophy .9mm 5"bbl. SER# C204708 SHIPPED TO THE MISISTERIO DE GUERRA RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL O, WWI ERA - COLT 1911 RUSSIAN CONTRACT SEMI AUTO PISTOL. 9, 1902. This 45 A.C. These 200 pistols became the 1907 Contract models. These improvements in ergonomics made it more comfortable to shoot and handle. Precision springs for firearms make sure your gun is Powered by Wolff! Also, oddly enough for the United States military, they were looking to the future in small arms design! These springs are approximately 40% stronger than the factory springs and provide an increased margin of safety by helping to reduce the chance of accidental discharge due to the firing pin contacting the cartridge primer in the event of dropping the pistol in a loaded condition or from the increased inertia imposed on the firing pin with extra power recoil springs. These 5% extra power magazine springs help improve feeding and function. Starting Bid. Enjoy consistent firepower in any personal defense application. Forces facing off with the Moro people in the Philippines. No hidden charges. Let Bryant Ridge sell your guns for you! 80 SAFETY BLOCK SPRING Pak of 3, COLT 1911/Ser. Though the former is more traditional and, according to some reviewers, slightly more reliable. Colt Gold Cup Trophy Price: $1,884.99 Caliber: 45 ACP Auto/ 9mm Luger Barrel length: 5 inch Total Length: 8.5 inch Weight: 2.38lb Capacity: 8+1 / 9+1 Buy Yours From Our Partner Now! Something went wrong. towards your level. PIN, SEAR, SHORT, STAINLESS In Stock. As the war ramped up, it became apparent that Springfield Armory and Colt could not keep up with demand, so contracts went to Remington, Savage, Winchester, and many more to produce the M1911. A grip safety is also at the rear, and a frame safety is on the left side at the rear, behind the slide stop lever. - Browning Hi-Power Hammer Struts and Components, NEW!! gear. My all time favorite pistol,next to another Colt-Single Action Army! Weve got a dedicated section for the AR-15 here. COLT 1911 WILSON COMBAT CUSTOM. DANFS - Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships, Permitting Policy and Resource Management, The 9/11 Terrorist Attacks: 20 Years Later, "Ex Scientia Tridens": The U.S. This first year production Colt has the correct barrel with the [ H ] stamped on the barrel upper lip. I have read several other articles on your site which have been very interesting and beneficial. American-made was an important consideration at the time, and I believe that was the main reason why it received a second bout of testing over the C96. Small changes occurred here and there, like slight changes to the grip angle. On January 14, 1985 the Army adopted the Beretta 92F as its official sidearm. Unfired. Since JavaScript is disabled, you will not be able to properly navigate, add items to your cart, or place an order. Medium: Metal, Wood, Plastic At the turn of the last century the United States was engaged in a conflict with Moro tribesmen in portions of the Philippine Islands. Use where accidental release of magazine is a problem. Most recently, the Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps adapted the M17 and M18 service pistols, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum as their standard-issue service pistols. $2.25. The iconic M1911 design is still manufactured by Colt 100 years later. Copyright 2023 National Rifle Association, Women On Target Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. Hammer Women Of Distinction Award, Women's Wildlife Management / Conservation Scholarship, National Youth Shooting Sports Cooperative Program, The M1911: The Greatest Pistol in the World, Cowboy Mounted Shooting What Fun! Comes with original box. Of the three, the ol M1900 did the bestbut it didnt do great. Click here for installation instructions. On the eve of the 1900s, the United States military looked to modernize and standardize their rifles and handguns. The grip safety tang was lengthened a bit and the hammer spur shortened slightly to prevent hammer bite. 7 ROUND 1911/COMMANDER & 6 ROUND OFFICERS - .45 ACP. Grips, Black Scalloped Wood, New Factory Original. Here's What You Need to Remember: Despite no longer enjoying the widespread success that it once did as the United States standard-issue service pistol, the iconic M1911 design is still manufactured by Colt, as well as by a number of other firearm manufacturers in the United States and elsewhere abroadnot too bad for a pistol originally designed at the beginning of the last century. $48.99. Factory rating for the Colt .38 Spl. 11410 - Master Hammer Spring Pak- This pak contains 1 each of 18, 19, 20 and 21 pound reduced power, 23 pound factory standard and 25, 26, 28 and 30 pound extra power hammer springs above. Thanks! Bryant Ridge Firearms is here to offer the best in quality and customer service when you are looking to unload your collector grade firearm collection. Serial number 538 was transferred to NHHC in 1991 after serving the Navy for 79 years. Extra power (XP)magazine springs are recommended for use with full power loads especially when using extra power recoil springs. 1911 .45 ACP FS 15rd Blued Magazine Finger Rest RPM392 Model 1911, 15 round .45 ACP standard blued finish magazine With Finger Rest. How many times has the M4 been set to be replaced, but the trials go nowhere? On the firing range we began with 200 handloads and 100 factory rounds. Spring is a two-step design with the top coils shorter than the bottom coils. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. By the time World War I rolled around, over 63,000 M1911s had been delivered to the United States Military. All rights reserved worldwide. This article is being republished due to reader interest. . 3. Ser no C87909, Mfg 1917, Pretty nice shape for being over 100 years old, Pictures show condition, Great Bore, Grips are in excellent condition, 2 tone clip, Buyer pays 45.00 shipping Pa residents add, COLT MK IV GOLD CUP NATIONAL MATCH ENHANCED SEMI AUTO PISTOL 45ACP . Even the M45A1 is declining in popularity among operators, though, and will soon be just another pistol left behind in history. Medal Of Honor awardee Thomas Baker also wielded a 1911 valiantly in action. The 1902 Military was fitted with a longer grip frame, a square butt grip, a mechanical safety, and a lanyard loop small improvements, but ones that would continue to help the Colt stand out. $14.94. Picture Information. Colt 1911 Magazine Available in both stainless steel and blued finishes, they come in versions for .45 ACP, 9mm, and 10mm. Free shipping for many products! To appease the Army, Colt installed a grip safety and shoulder stock attachment point at the behest of the Army. Midwest Gun Works is proud to offer a wide variety of firearm parts from Colt. Everybody was making 1911ssomething we still see today! It comes as shown in pictures with a soft case and .Click for more info. They determined the need for a semi-automatic pistol that fired a .45-caliber bullet in order to reliably stop close-range combatants. It's a classic Colt 1911, with all the GI parts that go with it. He fought while wounded and refused evacuation. There is a thumb print size blemish on t, UNITED STATES PROPERTY . For use in: . Notably, Delta Force clung to their high-end M1911A1s, as did Marine Force Recon. $15.95 + $3.99 shipping. Our site uses JavaScript for a smooth and modern shopping experience; we protect your data and never sell it to 3rd parties. We'll send you the latest guides and training tips geared For use in: Factory rating for the Colt .38 Spl. All three suffered from substantial failures, including parts breakage in just a few hundred rounds. 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