Colt Gold Cup National Match MK IV Series 80 Enhanced .45 ACP Stainless 1911, 5-inch (1995) with Colt Archive Letter
This 1995 Colt Gold Cup National Match MK IV, Series 80, Enhanced Model is a stainless, full-size .45 ACP 1911 with a 5-inch National Match barrel and an 8+1 capacity. It is documented by a Colt Archive letter (dated June 7, 2021) confirming the model and configuration. The Enhanced-series suffix "E" identifies it as part of Colt’s Enhanced production run, and it features the signature Gold Cup roll marks with trophy cup and Rampant Colt.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid shape. It has minor surface pitting on the slide, frame, grip area, and trigger guard. There are scratches on the receiver and beavertail.
What’s Included
- Original case
- Colt Archive letter
- 3x 8-round Wilson Combat 1911 single-stack magazines with basepads
- Additional smooth light-colored grip panels (uninstalled)
The Enhanced configuration brings practical upgrades that distinguish this pistol within the Gold Cup line. It includes an undercut trigger guard for improved purchase and a beveled magazine well. The slide has a flat-top serrated rib and a lowered/angled ejection port. The barrel hood is marked "COLT 45 AUTO NM," and the pistol carries correct Gold Cup National Match roll marks with the trophy cup and Rampant Colt.
The sighting setup is purpose-built for precision: an adjustable 3-dot system with a Meprolight Tru-Dot adjustable rear and a dovetailed front white dot. Front strap checkering adds control, and the pistol currently wears double-diamond checkered wood grip panels (aftermarket). An additional set of smooth, light-colored panels is included.
Fire-control components are match-focused, including an aluminum three-hole trigger with over-travel screw and a Commander-style skeletonized hammer. Safety features are consistent with the Series 80 system and Enhanced format: grip safety, extended thumb safety, and a firing pin block.
Constructed with a stainless steel frame and slide, this full-size 1911 is chambered in .45 ACP with an 8+1 capacity. Three Wilson Combat 8-round magazines with basepads are included. A Colt Archive letter verifies the pistol as a Gold Cup National Match MK IV, Series 80, Enhanced Model, and the "E" serial suffix denotes Enhanced-run production.