Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt Government with a Bright Stainless Finish and FIRE BLUE Accents.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Government
Serial: GV095130
Caliber: .38 Super
Finish: Bright Stainless with Fire Blue Accents
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Post with Fixed Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Faux Ivory Two-Piece Grips w/ Silver Rampant Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Government Model is one of the most iconic semi-automatic pistols ever produced, representing the civilian counterpart to the U.S. military’s legendary M1911 and embodying over a century of continuous refinement, service, and influence in handgun design. Manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing Company, the Government Model designation typically refers to full-size 1911-pattern pistols with a 5-inch barrel, chambered most commonly in .45 ACP, though other calibers such as 9mm and .38 Super have also been offered over the years. Based on the original design by John Moses Browning and adopted by the U.S. military in 1911, the Government Model uses a short-recoil, tilting-barrel operating system with a single-action trigger, which is widely praised for its crisp, clean break and inherent accuracy potential. The pistol features a steel frame and slide, a single-stack magazine typically holding seven or eight rounds in .45 ACP, and a manual thumb safety combined with a grip safety, allowing it to be safely carried “cocked and locked” with the hammer back and a round in the chamber. Over decades of production, Colt has offered the Government Model in numerous variations, ranging from traditional blued carbon steel with walnut grips and fixed sights to modern stainless or enhanced versions with improved sights, beavertail grip safeties, and upgraded internal components. In practical use, the Colt Government Model is known for its excellent ergonomics, natural pointability, and strong stopping power in its traditional .45 ACP chambering, making it a favorite for military service, law enforcement, competitive shooting, and civilian defense for generations. Its all-steel construction gives it a solid, balanced feel while helping to manage recoil, though it also makes it heavier than many modern polymer-framed pistols. The platform’s massive aftermarket support allows extensive customization, from triggers and barrels to sights and finishes, further contributing to its enduring popularity. Today, the Colt Government Model is regarded as a benchmark handgun, valued for its historical significance, mechanical excellence, and lasting influence on semi-automatic pistol design worldwide.
Contents:
Model: Government
Serial: GV095130
Caliber: .38 Super
Finish: Bright Stainless with Fire Blue Accents
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Post with Fixed Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Faux Ivory Two-Piece Grips w/ Silver Rampant Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Government Model is one of the most iconic semi-automatic pistols ever produced, representing the civilian counterpart to the U.S. military’s legendary M1911 and embodying over a century of continuous refinement, service, and influence in handgun design. Manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing Company, the Government Model designation typically refers to full-size 1911-pattern pistols with a 5-inch barrel, chambered most commonly in .45 ACP, though other calibers such as 9mm and .38 Super have also been offered over the years. Based on the original design by John Moses Browning and adopted by the U.S. military in 1911, the Government Model uses a short-recoil, tilting-barrel operating system with a single-action trigger, which is widely praised for its crisp, clean break and inherent accuracy potential. The pistol features a steel frame and slide, a single-stack magazine typically holding seven or eight rounds in .45 ACP, and a manual thumb safety combined with a grip safety, allowing it to be safely carried “cocked and locked” with the hammer back and a round in the chamber. Over decades of production, Colt has offered the Government Model in numerous variations, ranging from traditional blued carbon steel with walnut grips and fixed sights to modern stainless or enhanced versions with improved sights, beavertail grip safeties, and upgraded internal components. In practical use, the Colt Government Model is known for its excellent ergonomics, natural pointability, and strong stopping power in its traditional .45 ACP chambering, making it a favorite for military service, law enforcement, competitive shooting, and civilian defense for generations. Its all-steel construction gives it a solid, balanced feel while helping to manage recoil, though it also makes it heavier than many modern polymer-framed pistols. The platform’s massive aftermarket support allows extensive customization, from triggers and barrels to sights and finishes, further contributing to its enduring popularity. Today, the Colt Government Model is regarded as a benchmark handgun, valued for its historical significance, mechanical excellence, and lasting influence on semi-automatic pistol design worldwide.
Contents:
This example will ship with the factory-labeled Colt case and all other contents 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.
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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Additional Information
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1175503910 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-05-17 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
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