1239 VERY FINE WWI COLT U.S. MODEL 1917 DA REVOLVER.

Category Firearms & Military
Auction Currency USD
Start Price 500.00 USD
Estimated at 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 USD
Cal. 45 ACP. S# 211118 (US ARMY S# 61289). Mfg. 1919; Middle Issue within S# black 30,000-62,000 having "JMG" Lt. Col. John M. Gilbert inspection proof. "H" inspection mark on 6" barrel, 6 shot fluted cyl., & on frame above S#. Two piece smooth walnut grips. Lanyard ring on butt. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Ordnance Supply Catalog for Colt M1917 revolver. CONDITION: very fine. Over 95% original brushed blue finish with faint cylinder turn line & scattered pinprick patina. Very good original wood finish with light handling marks. Near excellent bore showing light frosting near muzzle. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (24-699/MD). CURIO. $1,000-2,000.