Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt M1911 A1 with an Ithaca slide!
According to the owner, they purchased this pistol in the 1970s, fired around 50 rounds through it, and it has not been fired since. They also state that the sights are in high condition, the barrel is a High-Standard barrel, and the replacement grips are believed to be old pre-war grips.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt / Ithaca
Model: M1911 A1
Serial: 1110143
Date of Manufacture: 1943
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Parkerized
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
This particular M1911 A1 is a historically significant hybrid example that reflects the realities of wartime production during World War II. It features a Colt-manufactured frame paired with an Ithaca slide and a High Standard barrel—an authentic combination not uncommon during the peak of military demand in the early 1940s. The frame, serial number 1110143, dates to 1943 and falls within the range of Colt’s government-issued contracts. During WWII, parts were frequently interchanged among government contractors to ensure rapid delivery of functional sidearms to U.S. forces. As a result, pistols like this one are prized by collectors for their representation of wartime logistical efficiency and collaboration among American arms manufacturers.
Model: M1911 A1
Serial: 1110143
Date of Manufacture: 1943
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Parkerized
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
This particular M1911 A1 is a historically significant hybrid example that reflects the realities of wartime production during World War II. It features a Colt-manufactured frame paired with an Ithaca slide and a High Standard barrel—an authentic combination not uncommon during the peak of military demand in the early 1940s. The frame, serial number 1110143, dates to 1943 and falls within the range of Colt’s government-issued contracts. During WWII, parts were frequently interchanged among government contractors to ensure rapid delivery of functional sidearms to U.S. forces. As a result, pistols like this one are prized by collectors for their representation of wartime logistical efficiency and collaboration among American arms manufacturers.
The parkerized finish, fixed sights, and standard 5-inch barrel remain true to the original military specifications, and the High Standard barrel adds another layer of period-correct authenticity, as this company was a major supplier of barrels to various M1911 contractors. This pistol reflects a well-preserved service sidearm with mixed lineage that is both mechanically reliable and historically compelling. This Colt/Ithaca/High Standard blend stands as a tangible reminder of the American industrial response to global conflict and the enduring legacy of the M1911 platform.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with the original grips 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.
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