Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this ULTRA RARE early serial number semi-auto pistol today for auction, this is the Colt Ace!
* This example features the AMAZINGLY DESIRABLE early 3 Digit serial number "168". This example was produced in the 1st year of production and is in Astonishingly High Condition. This example would without a doubt be the main centerpiece of any serious Colt Condition *
* This example features the AMAZINGLY DESIRABLE early 3 Digit serial number "168". This example was produced in the 1st year of production and is in Astonishingly High Condition. This example would without a doubt be the main centerpiece of any serious Colt Condition *
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Ace
Serial: 168
Date of Manufacture: 1931 (Rare & Desirable 1st year production)
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4 3/4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed front / Adjustable rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut grips w/ diamond checkering
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Slide stamped with the Colt Address and "Pat'd Apr.20,1897.Sept.9,1902.Dec.19,1905.Feb.14,1911.Aug.19,1913"
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Condition and Contents:
As you can see in the many high resolution photos, this Colt is in Absolutely Incredible condition showing no evidence of regular consumer use or handling over the years that we can see!
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.
Model: Ace
Serial: 168
Date of Manufacture: 1931 (Rare & Desirable 1st year production)
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4 3/4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed front / Adjustable rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut grips w/ diamond checkering
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Slide stamped with the Colt Address and "Pat'd Apr.20,1897.Sept.9,1902.Dec.19,1905.Feb.14,1911.Aug.19,1913"
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Ace or Colt Service Model Ace is a semi-automatic firearm that was designed to allow inexpensive and low-recoil practice while maintaining the feel of the military Model 1911 pistol. While the Colt 1911 was chambered in the powerful .45 ACP cartridge, the externally similar Colt Ace was chambered for the far less powerful .22 LR cartridge. Accordingly, military, police, or civilian shooters could shoot the Ace without the recoil and expense of the 1911, but with similar ergonomics and sight picture. Except for the earliest models, the barrels of these firearms was constructed with a hinged floating rear chamber that would amplifie the recoil and cycling the heavy slide.
When field stripping the Colt Ace, the recoil spring is removed after removing the slide. The ejector may be removed before removing the barrel and the floating chamber must be aligned vertically to remove the barrel from the slide. Once the barrel is removed, the floating chamber can be rotated and separated from the main barrel for cleaning. When the extractor is replaced into the barrel, the back of the extractor should slide into the rear slot of the slide.
Condition and Contents:
As you can see in the many high resolution photos, this Colt is in Absolutely Incredible condition showing no evidence of regular consumer use or handling over the years that we can see!
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
Handgun Standard Shipping $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping $65.00
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Payment 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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