Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this limited edition semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Colt El Obra Maestra!
This example is a Lew Horton special edition that was manufactured in 2001 with a total of 350 produced, making them quite rare and collectible! This particular example bears the serial #ELOM125, making it number 125 out of the 350 produced!
The Government is the sister model to such classics as the National Match, Gold Cup Trophy, Super 38, and Commander models.
According to the owner...this example is in New Old Stock condition and we see no evidence that says otherwise!
This example is a Lew Horton special edition that was manufactured in 2001 with a total of 350 produced, making them quite rare and collectible! This particular example bears the serial #ELOM125, making it number 125 out of the 350 produced!
The Government is the sister model to such classics as the National Match, Gold Cup Trophy, Super 38, and Commander models.
According to the owner...this example is in New Old Stock condition and we see no evidence that says otherwise!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: El Obra Maestra
Serial: ELOM125
Date of Manufacture: 2001
Caliber: .38 Super
Finish: Royal blue and Gold accents
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: 3-White dot sights
Stock/Grips: Fancy scroll engraved gold grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Colt’s 1911 served the United States military through two World Wars and several other conflicts, is still in use by some units today, and has become popular with law enforcement, competitors, and recreational shooters across the nation. The design has seen some updates including a firing-pin block safety, higher profile sights, and more ergonomic grips, but the basic design and fantastic trigger remain the same after more than a century. This is an interesting variation from the Colt Custom Shop. Distributor Lew Horton ordered a whole series of limited edition 1911 variants known to collectors as the “El Series”.
The pistols were made with a variety of different trims but were chambered for .38 Super, and most were built on Bright Stainless slides and frames. It appears that there was an over-run of these parts, and this “El Obra Maestra” is adorned on the slide. The remainder of the pistol has legally required maker and serial markings with the rest polished so bright you could use the gun as a mirror for shaving. The .38 Super cartridge uses speed not size to make a dent in the history of ammunition development. Eventually overshadowed by the .357 Magnum, this caliber toes the line between obsolete and nostalgic, but add it to a firearm like this Colt Custom EL Obra Maestra, and you have a winning combination. If you’re looking for a new 1911, a limited edition to add to a Colt collection or a new BBQ gun, this is a great pistol.
Contents:
This example will ship with the matching factory-labeled outer sleeve, a Colt Custom Shop box, a lock, and paperwork!
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: El Obra Maestra
Serial: ELOM125
Date of Manufacture: 2001
Caliber: .38 Super
Finish: Royal blue and Gold accents
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: 3-White dot sights
Stock/Grips: Fancy scroll engraved gold grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Colt’s 1911 served the United States military through two World Wars and several other conflicts, is still in use by some units today, and has become popular with law enforcement, competitors, and recreational shooters across the nation. The design has seen some updates including a firing-pin block safety, higher profile sights, and more ergonomic grips, but the basic design and fantastic trigger remain the same after more than a century. This is an interesting variation from the Colt Custom Shop. Distributor Lew Horton ordered a whole series of limited edition 1911 variants known to collectors as the “El Series”.
The pistols were made with a variety of different trims but were chambered for .38 Super, and most were built on Bright Stainless slides and frames. It appears that there was an over-run of these parts, and this “El Obra Maestra” is adorned on the slide. The remainder of the pistol has legally required maker and serial markings with the rest polished so bright you could use the gun as a mirror for shaving. The .38 Super cartridge uses speed not size to make a dent in the history of ammunition development. Eventually overshadowed by the .357 Magnum, this caliber toes the line between obsolete and nostalgic, but add it to a firearm like this Colt Custom EL Obra Maestra, and you have a winning combination. If you’re looking for a new 1911, a limited edition to add to a Colt collection or a new BBQ gun, this is a great pistol.
Contents:
This example will ship with the matching factory-labeled outer sleeve, a Colt Custom Shop box, a lock, and paperwork!
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.
