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Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this very sought-after semi-auto pistol today for a penny start auction, this is the Colt 1911 WWI 2nd Battle of the Marne Commemorative!
This example has the Absolutely Gorgeous Factory Engraving! According to our research, A.A. White "which is one of the most famous Colt Master Engravers" performed the Master Engraving of these few models.
This example has the Absolutely Gorgeous Factory Engraving! According to our research, A.A. White "which is one of the most famous Colt Master Engravers" performed the Master Engraving of these few models.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911 WWI 2nd Battle of the Marne Commemorative
Serial: 244-M2
Date of Manufacture: 1967
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed serrated ramp front with Fixed square notch rear
Stock/Grips: Original Factory Custom wood grips w/ WWI medallions inlaid
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Standard / The right side of the slide is marked with a banner reading “1917 / WORLD WAR I COMMEMORATIVE / 1967” and “COLT’S PT.F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.” with scroll artwork. The chamber is marked “COLT .45 AUTO” with a “VP” proof. The left side of the slide is engraved with a scene involving American soldiers firing at German soldiers across a river with scroll artwork.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
This Colt 1911 pistol commemorates the Second Battle of the Marne, a military operation that started on July 15, 1918, with a major German offensive operation that would end up being their last. The German forces began with an artillery bombardment but failed to realize that the targets they attacked were actually false trenches, manned by only a handful of Allied soldiers and arms to put on a façade of defense. This led the German forces to believe their enemy was weakened and they advanced, only to find the real frontline was farther away, untouched by their bombardment and able to retaliate and shatter the German forces’ approach.
By July 18, 1918, the Allied forces countered with an offensive push, dubbed the Battle of Chateau-Thierry, that would start the final path to victory for the Allies. It was a turning point in a years-long war, an operation that would shape the reputation of the United States as a modern military power and impact the legend of the Colt 1911, a side arm used extensively by the Allied forces during these last months of WWI.
This Colt 1911 features a high-luster blued finish with engraving. The pistol also has custom grips with WWI medallions and the name of the battle the particular pistol commemorates. This series from Colt commemorates the four major battles our soldiers fought in World War I, the “War To End All Wars”. This is the 2nd Battle of the Marne 1911, produced in 1967. This is an amazing tribute to the contribution America has made to keep the world free.
Contents:
This example will ship with the Original Display case, serial numbered box, and paperwork pictured above! The condition remains New Old Stock as we see no evidence to indicate consumer use or handling 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: 1911 WWI 2nd Battle of the Marne Commemorative
Serial: 244-M2
Date of Manufacture: 1967
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed serrated ramp front with Fixed square notch rear
Stock/Grips: Original Factory Custom wood grips w/ WWI medallions inlaid
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Standard / The right side of the slide is marked with a banner reading “1917 / WORLD WAR I COMMEMORATIVE / 1967” and “COLT’S PT.F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.” with scroll artwork. The chamber is marked “COLT .45 AUTO” with a “VP” proof. The left side of the slide is engraved with a scene involving American soldiers firing at German soldiers across a river with scroll artwork.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
This Colt 1911 pistol commemorates the Second Battle of the Marne, a military operation that started on July 15, 1918, with a major German offensive operation that would end up being their last. The German forces began with an artillery bombardment but failed to realize that the targets they attacked were actually false trenches, manned by only a handful of Allied soldiers and arms to put on a façade of defense. This led the German forces to believe their enemy was weakened and they advanced, only to find the real frontline was farther away, untouched by their bombardment and able to retaliate and shatter the German forces’ approach.
By July 18, 1918, the Allied forces countered with an offensive push, dubbed the Battle of Chateau-Thierry, that would start the final path to victory for the Allies. It was a turning point in a years-long war, an operation that would shape the reputation of the United States as a modern military power and impact the legend of the Colt 1911, a side arm used extensively by the Allied forces during these last months of WWI.
This Colt 1911 features a high-luster blued finish with engraving. The pistol also has custom grips with WWI medallions and the name of the battle the particular pistol commemorates. This series from Colt commemorates the four major battles our soldiers fought in World War I, the “War To End All Wars”. This is the 2nd Battle of the Marne 1911, produced in 1967. This is an amazing tribute to the contribution America has made to keep the world free.
Contents:
This example will ship with the Original Display case, serial numbered box, and paperwork pictured above! The condition remains New Old Stock as we see no evidence to indicate consumer use or handling 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
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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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