Description
Item Description
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Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this head turning semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Colt Combat Commander!
This example features the seldom-seen satin nickel finish and is chambered in the SUPER RARE .38 super! These variations are PHENOMENALLY RARE and are sought after by collectors around the world. To find another example comparable in condition and completeness to this example would be a daunting task.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Combat Commander
Serial: 70SC4328
Date of Manufacture: 1971
Caliber: .38 Super
Finish: Satin Nickel
Barrel Length: 4 1/4"
Optics/Sights: Serrated Ramp Front with Square Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Grips with Silver Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The pistol that would eventually be named the Colt Commander was Colt's Manufacturing Company's candidate in a U.S. government post–World War II trial to find a lighter replacement for the M1911 pistol that would be issued to officers. Requirements were issued in 1949 that the pistol had to be chambered for 9mm Parabellum and could not exceed 7 inches in length or weigh more than 25 ounces. Candidates included Browning Hi-Power variants by Canada's Inglis, Belgium's Fabrique Nationale, and Smith & Wesson's S&W Model 39. Colt entered a modified version of their M1911 pistol that was chambered for 9mm Parabellum, had an aluminum alloy frame, a short 4.25-inch barrel, and a 9-round magazine.
In 1950, Colt moved their candidate into regular production. It was the first aluminum-framed large-frame pistol in major production and the first Colt pistol to be originally chambered in 9mm Parabellum. The first year's production included .45 ACP and .38 Super chamberings. In 1970, Colt introduced the all-steel "Colt Combat Commander", with an optional model in satin nickel. To differentiate between the two models, the aluminum-framed model was renamed the "Lightweight Commander."
Contents:
Model: Combat Commander
Serial: 70SC4328
Date of Manufacture: 1971
Caliber: .38 Super
Finish: Satin Nickel
Barrel Length: 4 1/4"
Optics/Sights: Serrated Ramp Front with Square Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Grips with Silver Colt Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The pistol that would eventually be named the Colt Commander was Colt's Manufacturing Company's candidate in a U.S. government post–World War II trial to find a lighter replacement for the M1911 pistol that would be issued to officers. Requirements were issued in 1949 that the pistol had to be chambered for 9mm Parabellum and could not exceed 7 inches in length or weigh more than 25 ounces. Candidates included Browning Hi-Power variants by Canada's Inglis, Belgium's Fabrique Nationale, and Smith & Wesson's S&W Model 39. Colt entered a modified version of their M1911 pistol that was chambered for 9mm Parabellum, had an aluminum alloy frame, a short 4.25-inch barrel, and a 9-round magazine.
In 1950, Colt moved their candidate into regular production. It was the first aluminum-framed large-frame pistol in major production and the first Colt pistol to be originally chambered in 9mm Parabellum. The first year's production included .45 ACP and .38 Super chamberings. In 1970, Colt introduced the all-steel "Colt Combat Commander", with an optional model in satin nickel. To differentiate between the two models, the aluminum-framed model was renamed the "Lightweight Commander."
Contents:
This example will ship with the matching labeled box and paperwork and remains in ASTONISHING condition, showing no evidence of regular consumer use or handling.
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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