Item: WW1 British Shipped Colt New Service
Type: Military Handguns
Make: Colt
Caliber: .455 Eley
Condition: Overall Very Good
Category: Military Handguns
$950.00
Full Description
Made 1917 by Colt for the British Government fighting in WW1. British proofs and “NOT ENGLISH MAKE” on the left side of the barrel and frame. Serials on the frame and crane do not match. 5-1/2″ barrel with blade front sight and u-notch rear. Arsenal blued finish. Checkered black plastic grips. Original lanyard ring and stud present. CONDITION: Metal is very good overall. Grips are excellent. Bore is bright, with very good overall rifling. Tight hammer and cylinder. Trigger reset in double action is a bit sluggish. C&R eligible.
Full Description
Made 1917 by Colt for the British Government fighting in WW1. British proofs and “NOT ENGLISH MAKE” on the left side of the barrel and frame. Serials on the frame and crane do not match. 5-1/2″ barrel with blade front sight and u-notch rear. Arsenal blued finish. Checkered black plastic grips. Original lanyard ring and stud present. CONDITION: Metal is very good overall. Grips are excellent. Bore is bright, with very good overall rifling. Tight hammer and cylinder. Trigger reset in double action is a bit sluggish. C&R eligible.