Guns International #: 101311700
Seller's Inventory #: 43478
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Guns International #: 101311700
Category - Colt Pistols - 1911
- Military Pistols
- US
Seller's Information
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Seller: CAALEX
Company: Classic Arms & Archery Member Since: 9/16/14
First Name: Online
Last Name: Sales
State:
Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 278-8370
Fax: (859) 278-1759
Platinum Seller
Active Listings: 41
Total Listings: 3597
Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Payment Methods: AmEx, Discover, Master Card, Visa, Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check (item held until check cleared)
SCARCE Colt & Springfield Armory 1911 WW1 mfg 1916
Description: This 1911 pistol was assembled by Colt in 1916 using a Colt slide and a frame from Springfield Armory. In the book U.S. Pistols and Revolvers 1909-1945 (J.C. Harrison, Page 41), it states that pistols like this one were assembled by Colt with Colt slides and frames supplied by Springfield Armory. This is because Springfield Armory stopped production of pistols early so they could concentrate instead on M1903 rifles. They apparently gave their supply of parts to Colt. At the direction of the Ordnance Department, Springfield Armory suspended production of 1911 pistols on April 15 1917 to achieve maximum production of Model 1903 rifles. The final pistol produced at Springfield was serial 127978, (NRA marked Springfield serial #127906 is displayed in the pistol gallery.) However un-assembled receivers (some or all with incomplete markings) between serial 127979 and 128616 were transferred to Colts along with other surplus components. The un-used numbers (serial #128617 to serial #133186) of Springfield Armory's final block of assigned serial numbers (#125567 to #133186) were apparently assigned to Colts Manufacturing Company. Based on observed pistols, all of these serial numbers appear to have been applied to frames at Colts; yet much remains unknown regarding the fate of these frames and serials. The "Springfield Suspended Serial Number Range" pistols are considered by some to be reworks because they are believed to have been shipped as frames only. Other observers such as Charles Clawson, feel that these pistols may have been completed and shipped as whole pistols, (page 24, "Collectors Guide to Colt .45 Service Pistols.") "This suggests that they may have been produced as spare parts, but most pistols appear to be factory assembled pistols." Yet there appears to be no evidence that these pistols were shipped as assembled pistols and much compelling evidence to the contrary: The serial numbers are not listed in Colts production or shipping legers, the normal "Ordnance Final Acceptance mark" as well as the normal "Colts assemblers mark" is consistently missing on all observed examples. These three items are what constitutes the record of a factory assembled pistol. Consistently lacking all three is extremely compelling evidence that the group of serials left Colts as "Parts Only." Many details are unknown and will probably continue to remain unknown about these frames and about the completed pistols that they became. This pistol has collector value simply because it is one of 1,000 known pistols made by Colt with Springfield Armory frames. This is a nice, high-condition gun with approximately 85-90% brushed blue finish remaining. One two-tone magazine is included. All items are also available for sale in our brick & mortar store and are subject to prior sale. Think long, think wrong. We are always buying unique and collectible single firearms and collections. Please give us a call at 859-278-8370 to discuss what you have available. We also offer free appraisals and guarantee TOP DOLLAR PAID for your unique and collectible firearms. Payment On firearms, we typically only accept credit cards or money orders/cashier's checks.
Shipping We ship firearms via UPS. They must be sent to an FFL. Hand guns must travel via Air, whilst long guns and other items can go via Ground. Non-firearm accessories, such as magazines, can be shipped via USPS Priority Mail at the customer's request. We provide tracking numbers with all of our transactions. If you'd like a shipping estimate, please contact us through the and provide, at the very least, a ZIP code as to where the item would be sent.
Legal Policy We can only ship items to areas in which they are legal. If you live in a more restrictive area, please check your local laws before or buying. We are, for the most part, willing to ship to the 50 states as long as it's legal. We may require proof of legality before proceeding with a transaction that is exempt from a normal law. Please only submit an offer if you are legal to own this item. Serialized items must be transferred through an FFL. We do accept C&R's on any applicable items. You may have to pay your FFL a fee, which is not covered by this . You are responsible to know and follow all laws (including shipping) in purchasing such items in your state. Visit these sites below to verify the laws in your area:
Some items are regulated by the National Firearms Act (NFA). This includes, but is not limited to, short-barreled rifles, short-barreled shotguns, and suppressors. Please check with your local and state municipalities for any further regulatory requirements. It is the buyer’s responsibility to make sure they comply with all NFA rules and applicable laws. Such items MUST be transferred to a Class 3 FFL via a Form 3, and then transferred to you via a Form 4 from your local Class 3 dealer. The process of getting a Form 3 approved by the BATFE takes on average 6-8 weeks. Your patience is appreciated. NFA Information SOLD Curio/Relic: Yes Manufacturer: Colt & Springfield Model: 1911 Serial Number: 132411 Caliber Info: .45 ACP Condition: Used |
Guns International #: 101311700
Seller's Inventory #: 43478
Guns International #: 101311700
Seller's Inventory #: 43478