Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this ONE-OF-A-KIND semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt Government Model MKIV Silver Star Special Edition Show Gun!
This Example has a fascinating history. Based on the factory letter that is included, it was retained by the Colt factory as a sample and display piece, which suggests that it may have been used to showcase the company's craftsmanship and design and/or a Salesman Sample. Not only that...but it was also utilized as a "Show Gun" at various trade shows and exhibitions, further cementing its status as a unique and noteworthy firearm. On October 16, 2008, the pistol was shipped to Greg Martin Auctions, located at 660 Third Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, California, where it garnered significant interest from collectors and enthusiasts alike.
This Example has a fascinating history. Based on the factory letter that is included, it was retained by the Colt factory as a sample and display piece, which suggests that it may have been used to showcase the company's craftsmanship and design and/or a Salesman Sample. Not only that...but it was also utilized as a "Show Gun" at various trade shows and exhibitions, further cementing its status as a unique and noteworthy firearm. On October 16, 2008, the pistol was shipped to Greg Martin Auctions, located at 660 Third Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, California, where it garnered significant interest from collectors and enthusiasts alike.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Government MKIV Silver Star Special Edition
Serial: SS01019
Date of Manufacture: 1998
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Original Factory Bright Stainless
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Stock/Grips: Varnished Smooth Rosewood Stocks with Nickel Rampant Colt Medallion Inlays
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / Features a special roll mark incorporating "Silver Star" and star motif on the left side and maker and address on the right side of the frame.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The M1911 (Colt 1911 or Colt Government) is a single-action, recoil-operated, semi-automatic pistol chambered for the .45 ACP cartridge. The pistol's formal U.S. military designation as of 1940 was Automatic Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911 for the original model adopted in March 1911, and Automatic Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911A1 for the improved M1911A1 model, which entered service in 1926. The designation changed to Pistol, Caliber .45, Automatic, M1911A1 in the Vietnam War era. The M1911 was designed by John Browning and is the best-known of his designs to use the short recoil principle in its basic design. Many companies widely copied the pistol, and this operating system became the preeminent type of the 20th century and of nearly all modern centerfire pistols. It is one of the most popular with civilian shooters in competitive events such as the International Defensive Pistol Association and the International Practical Shooting Confederation.
The Colt Government Silver Star was the first stainless 1911 pistol Colt had ever produced. Produced in 1984/85, the Silver Star was a limited edition pistol, with a total of 1000 produced. It featured a stunning factory bright stainless steel finish with the left side slide engraved "SILVER (star motif) STAR 45", smooth rosewood grips with Colt medallions inlaid, a fixed serrated front sight, and a fixed square notch rear sight. This Colt Silver Star sports the serial number SS01019. Based on the factory letter that ships along with the pistol, it appears that the Colt factory retained the pistol as a sample and display piece. The pistol was also used as a "Show Gun" at various trade shows and exhibitions. On October 16, 2008, the pistol was shipped to Greg Martin Auctions, located at 660 Third Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, California.
Contents:
This example will ship with the original cardboard shipping box with the original Custom Shop label at one end identifying the model, serial number (the serial does not match), and other data. Also included is the Colt box, the serial matching factory letter, factory paperwork, and the varnished wood grain presentation case with a black velvet interior. Set inside the case is a plaque inscribed "Colt Silver Star." The Condition is what we believe to be in New Old Stock condition showing no evidence of 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: Government MKIV Silver Star Special Edition
Serial: SS01019
Date of Manufacture: 1998
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Original Factory Bright Stainless
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Stock/Grips: Varnished Smooth Rosewood Stocks with Nickel Rampant Colt Medallion Inlays
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / Features a special roll mark incorporating "Silver Star" and star motif on the left side and maker and address on the right side of the frame.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The M1911 (Colt 1911 or Colt Government) is a single-action, recoil-operated, semi-automatic pistol chambered for the .45 ACP cartridge. The pistol's formal U.S. military designation as of 1940 was Automatic Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911 for the original model adopted in March 1911, and Automatic Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911A1 for the improved M1911A1 model, which entered service in 1926. The designation changed to Pistol, Caliber .45, Automatic, M1911A1 in the Vietnam War era. The M1911 was designed by John Browning and is the best-known of his designs to use the short recoil principle in its basic design. Many companies widely copied the pistol, and this operating system became the preeminent type of the 20th century and of nearly all modern centerfire pistols. It is one of the most popular with civilian shooters in competitive events such as the International Defensive Pistol Association and the International Practical Shooting Confederation.
The Colt Government Silver Star was the first stainless 1911 pistol Colt had ever produced. Produced in 1984/85, the Silver Star was a limited edition pistol, with a total of 1000 produced. It featured a stunning factory bright stainless steel finish with the left side slide engraved "SILVER (star motif) STAR 45", smooth rosewood grips with Colt medallions inlaid, a fixed serrated front sight, and a fixed square notch rear sight. This Colt Silver Star sports the serial number SS01019. Based on the factory letter that ships along with the pistol, it appears that the Colt factory retained the pistol as a sample and display piece. The pistol was also used as a "Show Gun" at various trade shows and exhibitions. On October 16, 2008, the pistol was shipped to Greg Martin Auctions, located at 660 Third Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, California.
Contents:
This example will ship with the original cardboard shipping box with the original Custom Shop label at one end identifying the model, serial number (the serial does not match), and other data. Also included is the Colt box, the serial matching factory letter, factory paperwork, and the varnished wood grain presentation case with a black velvet interior. Set inside the case is a plaque inscribed "Colt Silver Star." The Condition is what we believe to be in New Old Stock condition showing no evidence of 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
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.
