Title
Colt M1911 Pistol
Subject
Colt Manufacturing; Connecticut Firearm Production in World War I
Description
This is an original Colt M1911 .45 caliber pistol used in World War I Era before modifications were made in 1924 with the release of the Colt M1911A1
On the top right of the barrel reads "Colt's Pt. F.A.MFG.Co. Hartford, CT, U.S.A" for "Colt's Patented Firearm Manufacturing Company."
Patent dates are engraved on the left side of the barrel, ranging from 1897 to 1913. While the Colt1911 is officially listed as beginning service in 1911, the model originated in the late 1890s prior to undergoing modifications. One can identify this gun as the original model due to the wider trigger, diamond design around the screws on the handle, and the angle at which the loading mechanism rests.
The general idea was to replace revolvers with semi-automatic pistols that were capable of self loading. By 1918, over 425,000 M1911 pistols had been produced and sold, both for government issued models and for the general public.
This pistol shows clear wear and use. showing discoloration/browning of the barrel, and numerous surface scratches throughout. Near the trigger there appears to be the number 13 roughly engraved, as if done by hand, though it's significance is unknown. The trigger also shows signs of age and deterioration, with clear rusting along the grooves.
On the top right of the barrel reads "Colt's Pt. F.A.MFG.Co. Hartford, CT, U.S.A" for "Colt's Patented Firearm Manufacturing Company."
Patent dates are engraved on the left side of the barrel, ranging from 1897 to 1913. While the Colt1911 is officially listed as beginning service in 1911, the model originated in the late 1890s prior to undergoing modifications. One can identify this gun as the original model due to the wider trigger, diamond design around the screws on the handle, and the angle at which the loading mechanism rests.
The general idea was to replace revolvers with semi-automatic pistols that were capable of self loading. By 1918, over 425,000 M1911 pistols had been produced and sold, both for government issued models and for the general public.
This pistol shows clear wear and use. showing discoloration/browning of the barrel, and numerous surface scratches throughout. Near the trigger there appears to be the number 13 roughly engraved, as if done by hand, though it's significance is unknown. The trigger also shows signs of age and deterioration, with clear rusting along the grooves.
Creator
Colt Manufacturing
Source
Wonders and Marvels
Date
1911-1918
Contributor
James Annunziato
Rights
No known rights issues
Format
Physical Medium
Language
English
Type
Physical Object. Colt Firearm Pistol