Colt M1911 U.S. Army .45 ACP, MFD 1918, WWI-Era, 5 inch Barrel, Blued, Pre-1911A1 Pattern
This Colt M1911 U.S. Army is a WWI-production pistol manufactured in 1918. It features the correct U.S. Army slide legend, early pre-1911A1 configuration, and original-style checkered walnut double-diamond stocks. With its blued forged steel construction and hallmark service markings, it is a strong example of a U.S.
military .45 from the First World War.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Fouling: Mild Fouling - Light buildup of fouling or dirt.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Manufactured in 1918. Function checks were positive. The bore presents as decent for its era.
What’s Included
- Colt M1911 U.S. Army .45 ACP pistol
- 1x 7-round steel single-stack magazine with lanyard-loop pinned base
Made in 1918 (MFD. 1918), this M1911 bears the right-side slide legend "MODEL OF 1911. U.S. ARMY." and the left-side patent block with maker line and Rampant Colt logo. It retains the vertical rear slide serrations typical of WWI production and carries an S17 acceptance stamp.
As a pre-1911A1 pattern, it has the long, smooth single-action trigger, short grip-safety tang, flat mainspring housing with lanyard loop, and no frame relief cuts. Its controls are the early checkered style, including the wide-spur hammer, slide stop, thumb safety, magazine catch, and recoil spring plug.
The pistol is built on a forged carbon steel frame and receiver with a blued finish. Sights are fixed, with a half-moon front and a small rear notch, consistent with its WWI-era configuration. Checkered walnut double-diamond stocks complete the period-correct appearance.