Colt M1911 U.S. Army Contract .45 ACP, 5-Inch, 1918 WWI Production, Pre-A1 Configuration, Blued with Walnut Double-Diamond Grips
This 1918 Colt M1911 U.S. Army Contract pistol is a WWI-era example with hallmark pre-A1 features and early-1918 markings. It carries the classic 5-inch barrel, blued steel construction, and walnut double-diamond grips, with correct UNITED STATES PROPERTY and MODEL OF 1911. U.S. ARMY.
rollmarks. The circled Rampant Colt logo behind the rear cocking serrations underscores its 1918 production context. It includes three GI-pattern magazines and a U.S. M1916 leather flap holster.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Fouling: Mild Fouling - Light buildup of fouling or dirt.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: Finish loss is visible across the pistol, with scratches and surface blemishes from handling. The bore presents mild fouling consistent with use. Based on its current state, it would be a suitable candidate for restoration.
What's Included
- Three 7-round GI-pattern steel 1911 magazines (one with lanyard-loop floorplate)
- U.S. M1916 leather flap holster with "US" oval embossing
Manufactured in 1918 during heavy WWI production, this Colt M1911 is a U.S. Army contract Model of 1911 service pistol. It was produced in the United States and configured in the classic pre-A1 form that defined early service use.
Markings include UNITED STATES PROPERTY on the left side (consistent with early 1918 placement) and MODEL OF 1911. U.S. ARMY., along with the circled Rampant Colt logo located behind the rear cocking serrations. These rollmark locations and styles reflect the pre-transition 1918 pattern.
The pistol retains key pre-A1 features: a long, smooth trigger; short grip-safety tang; flat, checkered mainspring housing with lanyard loop; and an unrelieved frame. It also has a wide-spur, checkered hammer and checkered magazine release, with rear cocking serrations on the slide.