Lot 28
Colt Model 1911 WW1 Commemorative "Meuse Argonne", .45 cal. auto pistol, Blue, 5" barrel, New in Display Case
Sold
$860
Timed Auction
Gunrunner Auctions, Sept. 2108, 1-50
Description
Colt Model 1911 WW1 Commemorative "Meuse Argonne", .45 acp. cal. auto military pistol.  Serial #5391-MA, mmfg. in 1969 and this is one of 7,400 commemorating the anniversary.  Unfired in box. 5" barrel has a mint bore, fixed military sights.  99%+ high gloss blue finish with one small mark on the right forward sight of the slide from the catch retainer of the display case. The left side of the slide has the Colt logo and an etched battle scene.  The right side of the slide has a banner noting the 1917 - 1967 anniversary.  Smooth wood grips have a U.S. medallion and Meuse Argonne medallion and the other grip has a picture of a soldier and a list that fought against the hun.  The only detraction is a small indentation on the right grip near the bottom from being in the display case.  Factory Colt magazine is in great shape.  Comes with the factory display case, manual and other paper work.  The case is in very good shape with a map on the back detailing the offensive.  Fully functional pistol and a great display item for your war time gun room.  C&R OK.