Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this beautifully designed semi-auto pistol today for a penny start auction; this is the Colt Commander Model Pre-70 Series!
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The Pre-70 Series Commander is a remarkable firearm that has been transformed by Cogan Custom, a renowned firearms customization company based in Newville, Alabama. Their expertise in customizing and refinishing firearms is unparalleled and they have left no stone unturned in upgrading this Commander. Cogan Custom is well-known for building competition pistols and revolvers for some of the most well-respected professionals, as well as crafting firearms for military, police, and personal protection for personnel from a variety of agencies. With Cogan Custom's expert touch, this firearm is sure to perform beyond expectations and turn heads with its exceptional design and functionality.
According to the Owner, this example has an excellent, light and crisp trigger pull!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Commander (Pre-70 Series) Cogan Custom
Serial: 59067-LW
Date of Manufacture: 1968
Caliber: .38 Super
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5" Custom Two-Port Compensated Barrel
Optics/Sights: Meprolight TRU-DOT Night Sights
Stock/Grips: Faux Pearl
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Shortly after the Second World War, the United States Government began sponsoring a series of tests to find a new pistol to replace the Colt M1911A1. One of the key requirements dictated at the time was that the pistol was not to exceed 7.0 inches in length or 25 ounces in weight. These tests were conducted at Aberdeen Proving Grounds as well as at Fort Benning, Georgia. The pistols submitted then were the S&W M39, the Colt Commander, a modified Inglis Hi Power, an FN Hi-Power, and the T3 trial pistol, all chambered in 9mm Parabellum. Proposed at the end of 1949, the Commander was intended to fill a military need for a lighter handgun which would be issued to officers. None of these pistols were selected for the Armed Forces during this round of tests. Still, Colt wisely decided to go forward with the commercial production of the Commander, which proved to be a popular and successful design. It was available in several chamberings, including the 9mm Parabellum, .45 ACP, and the .38 Super.
Prior to 1970, Commander frames were made in a light aluminum alloy called “Coltalloy." It was the first time that any name-brand auto pistol manufacturer had used an aluminum frame in a regular-production big-bore gun. Another first for the Commander was that it was the first Colt 1911 designed specifically with the 9mm Parabellum cartridge in mind. In 1970, an all-steel version was introduced under the name of “Combat Commander”. From 1970 on, the Commander was referred to as the “Lightweight Commander.” Colt has continued to build Commander-style pistols through its successive design permutations. The Gold Cup, MKIV Series 80, M1991A1, and XSE series have all included Commander and Lightweight Commander models.
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: Commander (Pre-70 Series) Cogan Custom
Serial: 59067-LW
Date of Manufacture: 1968
Caliber: .38 Super
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5" Custom Two-Port Compensated Barrel
Optics/Sights: Meprolight TRU-DOT Night Sights
Stock/Grips: Faux Pearl
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Shortly after the Second World War, the United States Government began sponsoring a series of tests to find a new pistol to replace the Colt M1911A1. One of the key requirements dictated at the time was that the pistol was not to exceed 7.0 inches in length or 25 ounces in weight. These tests were conducted at Aberdeen Proving Grounds as well as at Fort Benning, Georgia. The pistols submitted then were the S&W M39, the Colt Commander, a modified Inglis Hi Power, an FN Hi-Power, and the T3 trial pistol, all chambered in 9mm Parabellum. Proposed at the end of 1949, the Commander was intended to fill a military need for a lighter handgun which would be issued to officers. None of these pistols were selected for the Armed Forces during this round of tests. Still, Colt wisely decided to go forward with the commercial production of the Commander, which proved to be a popular and successful design. It was available in several chamberings, including the 9mm Parabellum, .45 ACP, and the .38 Super.
Prior to 1970, Commander frames were made in a light aluminum alloy called “Coltalloy." It was the first time that any name-brand auto pistol manufacturer had used an aluminum frame in a regular-production big-bore gun. Another first for the Commander was that it was the first Colt 1911 designed specifically with the 9mm Parabellum cartridge in mind. In 1970, an all-steel version was introduced under the name of “Combat Commander”. From 1970 on, the Commander was referred to as the “Lightweight Commander.” Colt has continued to build Commander-style pistols through its successive design permutations. The Gold Cup, MKIV Series 80, M1991A1, and XSE series have all included Commander and Lightweight Commander models.
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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