Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt Government Commercial Model.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Government Commercial Model
Serial: C111028
Date of Manufacture: 1919
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Blued / Petina
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Rear and Front
Stock/Grips: Double-Diamond Checkered Wooden Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Government Commercial Model represents the civilian-market version of Colt’s legendary full-size 1911 platform. While the military models are often associated with wartime service and government contracts, the Commercial Government Model was intended for private sale and became one of the most important civilian semi-automatic pistols in American firearms history. Typically built with a 5" barrel, single-action operation, fixed sights, and Colt’s classic Government Model profile, these pistols carried the same basic design heritage as the military M1911/M1911A1 while often receiving a more polished commercial finish and civilian roll-marking. From a collector standpoint, a Colt Government Commercial Model can be highly desirable depending on its production era, originality, finish, caliber, and documentation. Early commercial examples, pre-war pistols, transition-era guns, post-war Government Models, and later Series 70 or Series 80 examples all have their own collector followings. The appeal comes from the combination of Colt manufacturing, classic 1911 design, and the direct connection to America’s most iconic semi-automatic pistol. For a GunBroker analysis, this model should be presented as a cornerstone Colt collectible: a full-size commercial 1911 with timeless styling, strong historical significance, and broad appeal among both Colt enthusiasts and 1911 collectors.
Contents:
Model: Government Commercial Model
Serial: C111028
Date of Manufacture: 1919
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Blued / Petina
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Rear and Front
Stock/Grips: Double-Diamond Checkered Wooden Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Government Commercial Model represents the civilian-market version of Colt’s legendary full-size 1911 platform. While the military models are often associated with wartime service and government contracts, the Commercial Government Model was intended for private sale and became one of the most important civilian semi-automatic pistols in American firearms history. Typically built with a 5" barrel, single-action operation, fixed sights, and Colt’s classic Government Model profile, these pistols carried the same basic design heritage as the military M1911/M1911A1 while often receiving a more polished commercial finish and civilian roll-marking. From a collector standpoint, a Colt Government Commercial Model can be highly desirable depending on its production era, originality, finish, caliber, and documentation. Early commercial examples, pre-war pistols, transition-era guns, post-war Government Models, and later Series 70 or Series 80 examples all have their own collector followings. The appeal comes from the combination of Colt manufacturing, classic 1911 design, and the direct connection to America’s most iconic semi-automatic pistol. For a GunBroker analysis, this model should be presented as a cornerstone Colt collectible: a full-size commercial 1911 with timeless styling, strong historical significance, and broad appeal among both Colt enthusiasts and 1911 collectors.
Contents:
This example will ship with a magazine.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
We strive to ship orders within the close of the following business day after payment and documentation is received.
Payment Details
We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.
Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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About Us
From a small town hobby, to a leader in the investment and collector grade firearms industry. 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. 
Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1180232301 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-06-21 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
0.01 |
