Colt M1911 U.S. Army .45 ACP, WWI MFD 1918, Pre-A1, 5 Inch Barrel, US Property Marked
This U.S. Army contract Colt M1911 is a World War I service pistol manufactured in 1918 (MFD 1918). It carries the correct government markings, including "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" and "MODEL OF 1911 U.S. ARMY," and falls into the 1918 production range. Built in the pre-A1 configuration with the features collectors look for, it offers a clear snapshot of a WWI-era sidearm.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: There are visible signs of wear and handling throughout. The metal shows scratches and blemishes with areas of surface rust and finish loss. Rust and fouling are present across multiple surfaces.
What’s Included
- Colt M1911 U.S. Army .45 ACP pistol (MFD 1918)
- 1x 7-round M1911 steel magazine with witness holes and lanyard-loop base
This pistol is a U.S. Army contract Colt M1911 from the WWI era, manufactured in 1918. It is marked "UNITED STATES PROPERTY" and "MODEL OF 1911 U.S. ARMY," and the serial number dates to 1918 wartime production. These markings and the production year place it clearly within its historical service context.
As a pre-A1 configuration, it features the long, smooth trigger, a flat mainspring housing with lanyard loop, and a short-tang grip safety. It also retains the wide, checkered spur hammer, checkered magazine release, and checkered walnut double-diamond grips that are correct for the period.
The slide has vertical rear cocking serrations and a non-lowered ejection port. Sights are the fixed GI pattern with a half-moon front and a low, fixed rear notch. The full-size 5-inch barrel and 7+1 capacity reflect the standard service setup of the time.