Colt Gold Cup National Match Series 70 .45 ACP 1911 Pistol – 5" Match Barrel, 1978 Production
Colt’s Gold Cup National Match Series 70 is built for precision competition, and this 1978 example retains all of the factory performance features that defined the model. A match-grade barrel with Accurizer collet bushing, wide adjustable trigger, and fully adjustable target sights give it proven accuracy, while the high-polish blued finish and anti-glare rib show classic Colt craftsmanship. Aftermarket Pachmayr wrap-around grips add secure control without altering the pistol’s core originality.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – shows some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent – clean, mirror finish with sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratching is visible on the frame, with light edge wear on the slide and a small blemish at the rear of the slide. All mechanical functions remain excellent.
What’s Included
- Colt Gold Cup National Match Series 70 pistol with Pachmayr Signature Model wrap-around rubber grips (installed)
- Three 7-round steel .45 ACP magazines
- One 8-round steel .45 ACP magazine with polymer bumper pad
Made in 1978, this pistol sits squarely within the desirable pre-Series 80 production run, preserving the original Series 70 action without the additional firing-pin safety parts. The serial number range confirms its year of manufacture.
Performance features include a factory match-grade 5-inch carbon-steel barrel paired with Colt’s Accurizer collet bushing for consistent lock-up. The wide three-hole trigger is over-travel adjustable, letting the shooter fine-tune break and reset for competition use.
The slide carries vertical rear serrations, a lowered and flared ejection port, and an anti-glare rib—details that enhance reliability and sight tracking. A Patridge stake-on front sight partners with a Colt Elliason fully adjustable rear sight for precise point-of-aim adjustments.
High-polish blued carbon-steel construction gives the pistol its distinctive look, while aftermarket Pachmayr grips provide wrap-around rubber traction without permanent modification. A target hammer, grip safety, and manual thumb safety complete the classic 1911 control set.