Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this head turning semi-auto pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Colt 1911 WWII Commemorative African-European-Middle Eastern Theater Of Operations!
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SPECIFICATIONS:
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911 WWII Commemorative African-European-Middle Eastern Theater Theater Of Operations
Serial: 5059ETO
Date of Manufacture: 1970
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed serrated blade front / Fixed rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut w/ gold Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Standard / left side of slide engraved with leaf scroll work encompassing the phrase "WORLD WAR II COMMEMORATIVE / EUROPEAN THEATER OF OPERATIONS". Right side of slide engraved with leaf scroll work encompassing the phrase "NORTH ATLANTIC * TUNISIA * SICILY * PLOESTI * SALERNO * ANZIO * NORMANDY * BASTOGNE * REMAGEN * BERLIN". Serial number, manufacturer, and address stamped on right side of frame.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
This pistol is a beautiful Colt Government Model 1911A1 pistol with nickel finish and with engraving commemorating some of the most pivotal battles in the European Theater of Operations during WWII. The pistol comes with a wooden display case which is nicely decorated with a scene of Rheims on May 7th, 1945, and additional commemoration of battles. For the Colt 1911 collector, maybe even any Colt collector, this would make a great addition to a collection. This is an amazing tribute to the contribution America has made to keep the world free.
Condition/Contents:
This example will ship with the original hinge-top Wooden presentation case with the window over a blue felt-lined drawer! It will also ship with a certificate of authenticity, and ALL contents 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.
Model: 1911 WWII Commemorative African-European-Middle Eastern Theater Theater Of Operations
Serial: 5059ETO
Date of Manufacture: 1970
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed serrated blade front / Fixed rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut w/ gold Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Standard / left side of slide engraved with leaf scroll work encompassing the phrase "WORLD WAR II COMMEMORATIVE / EUROPEAN THEATER OF OPERATIONS". Right side of slide engraved with leaf scroll work encompassing the phrase "NORTH ATLANTIC * TUNISIA * SICILY * PLOESTI * SALERNO * ANZIO * NORMANDY * BASTOGNE * REMAGEN * BERLIN". Serial number, manufacturer, and address stamped on right side of frame.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
This pistol is a beautiful Colt Government Model 1911A1 pistol with nickel finish and with engraving commemorating some of the most pivotal battles in the European Theater of Operations during WWII. The pistol comes with a wooden display case which is nicely decorated with a scene of Rheims on May 7th, 1945, and additional commemoration of battles. For the Colt 1911 collector, maybe even any Colt collector, this would make a great addition to a collection. This is an amazing tribute to the contribution America has made to keep the world free.
Condition/Contents:
This example will ship with the original hinge-top Wooden presentation case with the window over a blue felt-lined drawer! It will also ship with a certificate of authenticity, and ALL contents 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
Handgun Standard Shipping $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
