[CT72]

I got the chance to get my hands on a old Colt that was given to my neighbor by his father. He said his dad didn’t give him much information about the ol 1911, but said he wanted him to have it. My neighbor knows I’m a addict so brought it over to me to inspect it. Once I seen it, I knew it was something special. I believe it was a issued firearm and we plan to contact Colt for more information about it. The action is smooth and the trigger is as nice as some of my semi customs. Tomorrow we’re going to do a detailed strip and inspection. I look forward to finding more about the history of this 1911. I’ll try to follow up with pictures and any information I find out about it. It kinda makes me feel like I should be a collector instead of a shooter

 

[Bloodhound]

Collector VS Shooter

Collector: "Stop right there, I have a beautiful collection of flawless 1911's."

Shooter: "Stop right there, I've got this one, it's loaded, and I'm good with it."

My money is on the shooter... (Just messing around)

Seriously though, I think it's cool that folks come across these older 1911's, and actually find out the history of them, and the service they've done. It seems like they're getting harder, and harder to find, and when people do find them in great condition it's an awesome thing!
Keep us posted, and good on you for helping your neighbor out.

 

[retrieverman]

So let me get this straight, because I may be misinterpreting your post.

Your neighbor’s Dad gave him this old Colt because he wanted him to have it, and he’s going to sell it to you?!?

Or are you just inspecting, cleaning, and getting info for him?!?

 

[tac45]

PICTURES

 

[ZoidMeister]

Saturday morning tease . . . .

 

[Bro. Pappaw]

Yes. Pictures please.

 

[CT72]

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Pictures as requested. This old Colt is in beautiful condition for a gun it’s age. It was an honor going through it for my neighbor and explaining how they work to him. From what I’ve found it appears to have been built in 1913.