Colt Lightweight Commander Series 70 TALO Special Edition .45 ACP, 1 of 125, Army Green, 4.25 in Barrel
This Colt Lightweight Commander is a TALO Special Edition, limited to 1 of 125, manufactured in 2003. It features an Army Green aluminum alloy frame paired with a matte dark slide for a distinct two-tone presentation. The barrel hood is marked "COLT 45 AUTO N.M.," and the factory case label notes "Model O." It comes in excellent condition with its matching-label factory case, manual, cable lock, and two 8-round magazines.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Shows minimal handling evidence, and the bore is bright with a mirror finish.
What’s Included
- Colt factory blue plastic hard case with matching serial label
- Colt instruction manual (Government Model MKIV Series '80 cover)
- Cable lock
- Two 8-round steel 1911 .45 ACP magazines marked '45 ACP'
This Series 70 Lightweight Commander is a TALO Special Edition limited run of 1 of 125, offering a factory Army Green frame finish with a matte dark slide. The two-tone presentation, coupled with its 2003 manufacture date and U.S. origin, gives it strong appeal for both shooters and Colt collectors seeking a documented special edition.
The pistol follows the classic Commander format with a 4.25-inch bushing barrel and single-action operation. It incorporates a classic Commander rowel (ring) hammer, along with the standard 1911 thumb safety and grip safety.
Slide features include rear cocking serrations and a lowered ejection port. The sights are 3-dot, with a dovetailed rear and a securely mounted front for a clear sight picture. Textured synthetic grips with a large integral/laser-etched COLT logo complete the package.
Markings and documentation add further clarity: the barrel hood is marked "COLT 45 AUTO N.M.," and the factory case label notes "Model O" with a matching serial label. Capacity is 8+1, and the pistol comes with two steel 8-round magazines as listed.