Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this ABSOLUTELY STUNNING and RARE semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt M1911 100th Anniversary Tier I Custom Shop!
The Colt M1911 100th Anniversary Tier I Custom Shop is a stunning tribute to the iconic M1911 handgun. This masterpiece is available in four variations, each with a unique standard engraving coverage: A, B, C, or D. The gun features a powerful .45 caliber and a sleek, Royal blue finish that gives it an elegant and modern look. What makes this commemorative piece truly special is the gold-inlaid serial number and the inscription "1911-2011" on the slide. These details honor the 100th anniversary of the M1911's inception and make each unit even more unique and valuable. The gun is a collector's item, with only 100 units manufactured in 2011 across all four engraving patterns. The quality of the workmanship and attention to detail in the engraving make each unit a true work of art that gun enthusiasts and collectors alike will appreciate.
This Colt M1911 100th Anniversary Tier I Custom Shop pistol is part of a limited series offered in four engraving variations: A, B, C, or D. This example features the desirable “Grade D” coverage and bears serial number ANV022, with its various engraved class companions in separate auctions bearing the serial numbers ANV023, ANV063, and ANV074. Collectors are encouraged to seek out these matching examples to preserve the integrity of this rare commemorative set for future generations. To find the sister pistols, simply click on “Seller’s other items” and search by the manufacturer.
*Please note: The French-fitted, red velvet-lined walnut 4-gun presentation case, with a glass top, shown at the end of the photo series, will be awarded to the bidder who places the highest combined winning bid on all four pistols.*
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: M1911 100th Anniversary Tier I Custom Shop
Serial: ANV022
Date of Manufacture: 2011
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Royal Blue
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Stock/Grips: Genuine Ivory with Gold Serpentine “C” 100 Year Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard / Features Custom Shop "Grade D" coverage standard engravings. The left side of the slide is marked “ADOPTED / MARCH 29, 1911 – UNITED STATES ARMY”, “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.,” and behind the serrations with a rampant Colt logo. On the right side of the slide, the serial number and “MODEL OF 1911-2011” are inlaid in gold.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In 2011, to mark the 100th anniversary of John Browning’s legendary design, Colt’s Custom Shop released a special run of WWI Replica 100-Year Anniversary Commercial Government Models. These pistols were carefully crafted to replicate the look, feel, and handling of Colt’s early commercial M1911s while blending modern precision with historical authenticity. Built on a full-size Government Model frame, they featured the same classic flat mainspring housing, long trigger, short, wide spur hammer, and high-polish blue finish reminiscent of pre-WWI production. The slide carried the original-style rollmarks, including the “1911–2011” centennial designation, further anchoring the pistol as both a faithful homage and a collector’s piece. Unlike standard production models, these anniversary editions were manufactured through Colt’s Custom Shop with enhanced attention to detail, making them both functional sidearms and commemorative works of craftsmanship. They were offered in limited numbers, ensuring exclusivity, and each example was accompanied by a factory presentation box and documentation attesting to its centennial significance. Collectors value them not only for their historical fidelity and direct lineage to the 1911’s storied service record, but also as part of Colt’s ongoing celebration of its most iconic handgun. Today, they stand as a bridge between the earliest commercial Colts and the modern 1911 world, embodying both history and craftsmanship in a centennial tribute.
Contents:
Model: M1911 100th Anniversary Tier I Custom Shop
Serial: ANV022
Date of Manufacture: 2011
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Royal Blue
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Stock/Grips: Genuine Ivory with Gold Serpentine “C” 100 Year Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard / Features Custom Shop "Grade D" coverage standard engravings. The left side of the slide is marked “ADOPTED / MARCH 29, 1911 – UNITED STATES ARMY”, “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.,” and behind the serrations with a rampant Colt logo. On the right side of the slide, the serial number and “MODEL OF 1911-2011” are inlaid in gold.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In 2011, to mark the 100th anniversary of John Browning’s legendary design, Colt’s Custom Shop released a special run of WWI Replica 100-Year Anniversary Commercial Government Models. These pistols were carefully crafted to replicate the look, feel, and handling of Colt’s early commercial M1911s while blending modern precision with historical authenticity. Built on a full-size Government Model frame, they featured the same classic flat mainspring housing, long trigger, short, wide spur hammer, and high-polish blue finish reminiscent of pre-WWI production. The slide carried the original-style rollmarks, including the “1911–2011” centennial designation, further anchoring the pistol as both a faithful homage and a collector’s piece. Unlike standard production models, these anniversary editions were manufactured through Colt’s Custom Shop with enhanced attention to detail, making them both functional sidearms and commemorative works of craftsmanship. They were offered in limited numbers, ensuring exclusivity, and each example was accompanied by a factory presentation box and documentation attesting to its centennial significance. Collectors value them not only for their historical fidelity and direct lineage to the 1911’s storied service record, but also as part of Colt’s ongoing celebration of its most iconic handgun. Today, they stand as a bridge between the earliest commercial Colts and the modern 1911 world, embodying both history and craftsmanship in a centennial tribute.
Contents:
This example will ship with the French fitted, red velvet-lined walnut presentation cases with glass top, Original Blue Colt custom shop box, the factory-labeled matching outer sleeve, the cardboard gun box (reintroduction of the military packaging used to ship military Colt 1911s from the factory), paperwork including the manual, a safety lock, and all other contents pictured above!
The condition is Simply Phenomenal. The owner states that this example remains New Old Stock, and we see no evidence to indicate otherwise.
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.
Additional Details
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