Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this scarce and desired semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt MKIV Series 80 Government Model - 380 Auto!
The Government Model .380 MKIV Series 80 was produced from 1983 to 1997. With Colt showing no signs of returning these pistols to production, examples on the open market have become increasingly scarce and highly sought after.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: MKIV Series 80 Government
Serial: RC01281
Caliber: .380 ACP
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3 ¼"
Optics/Sights: Integral Ramped Front with Fixed Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Synthetic with Gold Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt MKIV Series 80 Government Model in .380 Auto represents one of the most distinctive and collectible compact pistols in Colt’s late 20th-century catalog. Introduced in 1983, it was designed to give shooters the look, feel, and operation of the full-sized Government Model 1911, but in a smaller, lightweight platform chambered for the .380 ACP cartridge. Built on an aluminum alloy frame with a blued steel slide, the pistol maintained Colt’s signature craftsmanship and styling, including the familiar slide serrations, thumb safety, grip safety, and exposed hammer—all scaled down for easier concealed carry and personal defense. The Series 80 firing pin safety system enhanced drop safety without compromising the crisp single-action trigger pull that 1911 enthusiasts cherished. This combination of traditional Colt aesthetics and practical modern safety features made the Government .380 both functional and elegant, offering users a compact firearm that was easy to handle, reliable, and remarkably accurate for its size. Produced until 1997, the Government Model .380 has become increasingly sought after by collectors and Colt enthusiasts due to its limited production run and discontinuation. The pistol’s production era coincided with a transitional period in the firearms industry, where polymer-framed semi-automatics were gaining ground, yet Colt’s classic all-metal craftsmanship continued to appeal to those who valued heritage and feel. The gun’s design influenced future compact pistols and cemented its place as one of the finest examples of Colt’s commitment to precision and innovation. Because Colt has shown no indication of reintroducing the .380 Government Model, surviving examples are now prized as both functional carry pistols and collectible pieces of Colt history—symbols of the company’s dedication to merging iconic design with practical, modern performance.
Contents:
Model: MKIV Series 80 Government
Serial: RC01281
Caliber: .380 ACP
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3 ¼"
Optics/Sights: Integral Ramped Front with Fixed Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Synthetic with Gold Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt MKIV Series 80 Government Model in .380 Auto represents one of the most distinctive and collectible compact pistols in Colt’s late 20th-century catalog. Introduced in 1983, it was designed to give shooters the look, feel, and operation of the full-sized Government Model 1911, but in a smaller, lightweight platform chambered for the .380 ACP cartridge. Built on an aluminum alloy frame with a blued steel slide, the pistol maintained Colt’s signature craftsmanship and styling, including the familiar slide serrations, thumb safety, grip safety, and exposed hammer—all scaled down for easier concealed carry and personal defense. The Series 80 firing pin safety system enhanced drop safety without compromising the crisp single-action trigger pull that 1911 enthusiasts cherished. This combination of traditional Colt aesthetics and practical modern safety features made the Government .380 both functional and elegant, offering users a compact firearm that was easy to handle, reliable, and remarkably accurate for its size. Produced until 1997, the Government Model .380 has become increasingly sought after by collectors and Colt enthusiasts due to its limited production run and discontinuation. The pistol’s production era coincided with a transitional period in the firearms industry, where polymer-framed semi-automatics were gaining ground, yet Colt’s classic all-metal craftsmanship continued to appeal to those who valued heritage and feel. The gun’s design influenced future compact pistols and cemented its place as one of the finest examples of Colt’s commitment to precision and innovation. Because Colt has shown no indication of reintroducing the .380 Government Model, surviving examples are now prized as both functional carry pistols and collectible pieces of Colt history—symbols of the company’s dedication to merging iconic design with practical, modern performance.
Contents:
This example will ship with the original factory Colt box and all other contents 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.
Additional Details
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