*SOLD* 1979 Colt Government .45 ACP Blue 5" -OHIO PRESIDENTS COMMEMORATIVE- Rare
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The legacy of the Colt Government Model is well known. From the battlefields of Normandy to the jungles of Vietnam, this combat-proven firearm has tirelessly served our Armed Forces for more than a century. This pistol features the legendary Series 70 firing system, making it a faithful reproduction of Government Models manufactured prior to World War II. This pistol also features an arched steel mainspring housing and a short steel trigger. A standard safety lock, standard grip safety, and spur hammer complete this authentic throwback to Colt semi-automatics of days gone by.
Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Colt
- Model: Government MKIV Series 70 “Ohio Presidents Special Edition Commemorative”
- Serial: 12430B70
- Date of Manufacture: 1979 (According to the Colt Serial Number Lookup)
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Finish: Blue
- Barrel Length: 5"
- Optics/Sights: Serrated Ramp Front with Square Notch Rear
- Stock/Grips: Smooth Rosewood Grips with Gold Colt Medallions
- Action: Semi-Automatic
- Markings: Standard / The left side of the slide is beautifully engraved with scroll artwork that surrounds a gold inlaid border with the portraits of three Presidents, “Grant/Hayes/Garfield”. The rear of the left side slide also features a gold inlaid bird. The right side of the slide is also beautifully engraved with scroll artwork that surrounds a gold inlaid border with portraits of four presidents, “Harrison/Mckinley/Taft/Harding”. The rear of the right side slide features the Ohio State crest that's gold inlaid.
Feb 11th 2025
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