ATTENTION COLLECTORS! This stunning and incredibly hard to find Colt Pearl Harbor Tribute 1911 is #243 of 500 made. We have not seen one come up for auction in a long time. This highly desirable and gorgeous Colt 1911 is a unique and highly collectible semi-automatic pistol in new, unfired condition in the presentation case which shows some signs of wear from transport. The gun is brand new and unblemished. This .45 caliber pistol commemorates the courage and sacrifices made by servicemen and civilians during World War II, specifically the tragic events of December 7, 1941, at Pearl Harbor.
The pistol features a 5'' barrel, hardwood grips featuring 24k plated Rampant Colt medallions and hardware, and front fixed and rear adjustable sights for accurate shooting.
This specific gun has never been fired and comes with a custom Pearl Harbor-themed finish in a combination of 24-karat gold and nickel, applied by craftsmen commissioned specifically for this tribute by the Armed Forces Commemorative Society. The intricate artwork on the slide showcases the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, President Franklin D. Roosevelt's famous speech line, and the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial. This pistol is individually numbered and part of a strictly limited edition of only 500 pieces.
Included with this Colt 45 AUTO is one magazine, the original factory box/case, and a display case with minor wear and tear. This stunning tribute pistol will serve as a cherished family keepsake and a permanent reminder of the sacrifices and triumphs of the generation that fought against tyranny during World War II.