1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*

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CEA202608
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
  • 1978 Colt ACE Service Model 22LR *DESIRABLE FIRST YEAR POST-WAR PRODUCTION*
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Item Description

 
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt Ace Service Model! 
 
In 1978, Colt reintroduced an Ace Service Model, which was produced until 1982. This Ace was manufactured in 1978 making it a FIRST YEAR post-war production pistol!
 
 
SPECIFICATIONS:
 
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Ace Service Model Post-War
Serial: SM18839
Date of Manufacture: 1978
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 5" 
Optics/Sights: Adjustable Rear w/ Fixed Blade Front
Stock/Grips: Two-Piece Checkered Wooden Grips w/ Inlaid Golden Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The original Colt Ace .22 semi-automatic pistol was first introduced in 1931 and produced through the beginning of World War II. The military desired a .22 training pistol that emulated the recoil of their larger .45 semi-automatic. Ammo cost was a major issue during wartime. The designer of the "Floating Chamber" which accomplished the desired goal was not a trained engineer working in a large manufacturing company but was a young man from the small town of Godwin, N.C., who worked out many of his design ideas while in prison. The floating chamber practically quadruples the recoil power of the .22 long rifle cartridge. The result is recoil that strongly reminds the user of the .45, though in fact it’s considerably less. It’s unnecessary to reduce the weight of the slide or the strength of the recoil or mainspring to build a reliable .22 on a 1911 frame. After the war, a few guns were assembled in 1947. In 1978, Colt reintroduced an Ace Service Model, which was produced until 1982. This Ace was manufactured in 1978 making it a first year post-war production pistol!

Contents: 
This example will ship with the magazine as pictured above.

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

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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. 
 

 

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GunbrokerLink:
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BidPrice:
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AuctionEndDate:
2026-08-16 22:00:00
CurrentBid:
506
SoldOutTime:
2026-08-16 18:02:36
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