2020 September Premier, Volume I

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LOT 388
U.S. Remington-Rand/Springfield Armory Model
1911A1 National Match Semi-Automatic Pistol - Serial
no. 1503214, 45 ACP cal., 5 inch round bbl., parkerized
finish, walnut grips. This is an exceptional example of a
U.S. Model 1911A1 National Match pistol as supplied by
the U.S. Army for the Camp Perry National Matches. These pistols were produced on
standard WWII frames (this one is a Remington-Rand), fitted with a Colt slide with the
two-line address and patent marking on the left side separated by the Rampant Colt
logo, and numbered to match the frame with partial serial number “3214” on the right. Fitted with
the serrated long aluminum trigger, checkered front grip strap, new checkered walnut grip panels,
arched serrated mainspring housing and serrated Patridge blade front and fully adjustable Micro rear
notch sights. The left side of the frame is marked with a “F.J.A.” inspectors mark over a single “P” proof
by the magazine release. The right side of the frame has standard property, model and serial number
markings as well as a single “T” on the grip frame, “SA” below the model
marking, and “NM” on the trigger guard bow. The top of the barrel is marked
“45 AUTO” and “NM7790313” and serialized to match the frame and slide.
The front of the barrel is fitted with the standard NM barrel bushing which is
marked “7267718” over “NM”.
CONDITION: Very fine as arsenal refurbished and upgraded to National Match
specifications by the U.S. Springfield Armory with 99% of the dark post-war
parkerized finish remaining, some light handling marks, slightly light slide
markings, and small takedown mark on left side of frame. Grips are excellent with sharp checkering.
Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 2250 - 3500
LOT 389
World War II U.S. Colt Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic
Pistol with Holster - Serial no. 1174395, 45 ACP cal., 5
inch round bbl., parkerized finish, checkered plastic grips.
Manufactured in 1943. Fixed sights, with the two line, two block
Colt address and patent markings on the left side of the slide,
divided by the Rampant Colt, and “P” on top. “G.H.D.” inspected
frame, with “8/VP” and “90” on the trigger guard. Checkered
stamped trigger, wide hammer, slide catch and thumb safety,
arched mainspring housing and reinforced Colt grips, blued
“COLT 45 AUTO” marked barrel, and unmarked full blue
magazine. Includes “US” embossed “1943” dated Boyt
leather shoulder holster and letter of provenance stating
the pistol was issued to the individuals (names redacted)
father during his time serving in the U.S. Coast Guard.
CONDITION: Excellent with 95% original parkerized finish, some
light edge wear small takedown marks on left side of frame, and handling marks.
The grips are also excellent with sharp checkering. The firing pin stop, pin, and
spring are absent, otherwise the pistol functions fine. Holster is good with some
staining, mild age cracking on the straps, and overall solid construction.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500
LOT 390
U.S. Remington-UMC Model 1911 Semi-Automatic
Pistol - Serial no. 13686, 45 ACP cal., 5 inch round bbl.,
blue finish, hardwood grips. Manufactured in 1919, as
part of a limited serial number range assigned to Remington-UMC for late/post
WWI pistol production. Made using a different set of technical drawings than Colt
and Springfield, the Remington 1911 was purged from the inventory after the War to
ensure parts compatibility. Fixed sights, with the two-block, three-line patent and address markings
around the “REMINGTON/UMC” logo on the left side of the slide, “MODEL OF 1911/U.S. ARMY
CALIBER .45” on the right, and the “E.E.C.” and “Eagle Head/E28” proofs on the left side of the fame.
Fitted with an unmarked full blue barrel, two-toned pinned base magazine, checkered grips and a flat
top rear sight.
CONDITION: About good showing a mixed artificial brown and
gray patina overall, bright edge wear, scattered pitting, and mild
discoloration and handling marks overall. The grips are fair, with
dents and heavy wear. Mechanically fine.
Estimate: 2250 - 3500
LOT 391
World War I U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-
Automatic Pistol - Serial no. 165404, 45
ACP cal., 5 inch round bbl., blue finish,
walnut grips. Manufactured in 1917.
Standard markings including the “UNITED STATES PROPERTY” marking
on the frame. “GHS” (G. H. Stewart) inspection mark on the left side of
the frame. Fitted with a long smooth trigger, wide checkered hammer,
short grip safety, smooth mainspring housing with lanyard loop, and double
diamond checkered grips. Late production replacement magazine is included.
CONDITION: Very fine, showing 80% plus of the crisp original blue finish, showing the
start of a brown patina on the grip straps, minor handling evidence, and scattered areas
of pitting. The grips are also very
fine with replacement left bottom
screw, some dings and scratches,
and mostly sharp checkering.
Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 2250 - 3500
LOT 392
World War II U.S. Remington-Rand Model
1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol with
Holster - Serial no. 2069325, 45 ACP cal.,
5 inch round bbl., parkerized finish, plastic
grips. Manufactured in 1944. Blade and flat
top notch sights, with the standard slide
markings, “FJA” inspected frame, stamped
trigger, thin checkered hammer, long grip
safety, checkered thumb safety, serrated slide
catch and arched mainspring housing, Keyes
Fiber grips, and a High Standard “HS” marked
barrel. Includes “1944” dated “US” embossed
Milwaukee Saddlery leather holster with leg
tie. Magazine absent.
CONDITION: Excellent with 97% plus original parkerized
finish, crisp markings, some light edge wear, and moderate
handling marks. Grips are also excellent with some small
dings on the otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically
excellent. Holster is fine as redyed black with some verdigris
build up around the brass fittings, tight stitching, clear
markings, supple leather, and some scuffs and scratches.
Estimate: 1600 - 2250
LOT 393
World War II U.S. Ithaca Model 1911A1
Semi-Automatic Pistol with Holster
Rig - Serial no. 1267698, 45 ACP cal., 5
inch round bbl., parkerized finish, plastic grips.
Manufactured in 1943. Blade and flat top notch
sights, with the left side of the slide marked
“ITHACA GUN CO., INC./ITHACA, N.Y.”, and “P” on
top, Atwood inspected frame, checkered stamped
trigger and thin hammer, serrated safety, slide
catch and arched mainspring housing, Keyes
Fiber grips, “R” marked full blue magazine
and a High Standard barrel. Both the
slide and the frame are marked “M
1911 A1 U.S. ARMY” on the right side. A
modern brown cardboard box is included. Includes a
“US” embossed Enger-Kress black leather shoulder holster
rig and three extra magazines.
CONDITION: Excellent with 98% original parkerized finish
remaining, some light scattered edge wear, scattered
small surface scratches, and crisp proofs. The grips are also
excellent with mildly worn checkering and some small dings
on the bottom of the right panel. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1600 - 2500