COLT/RAND again.

[DaveN]

I made an offer. The holster says boyt 45. Is it real? The gun shop owner seemed to be sure it was.
I put the original replacement barrel (c in box) colt 1945 that was internal threaded at the muzzle? Don't know if you can see it in the pic?

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[Johnny Peppers]

It does look like RM at first glance.

[Promo]

Never seen RM markings on a M1911A1, who was that inspector and which manufacturers did he mark?

[Duane Hansen]

It does kind of look like RM but on closer inspection you can see the FJA ...

[DaveN]

Yes FJA with a double strike on the A making me think when I first saw it think it was a RM. That mystery was solved in the original thread, I just wanted to post some better pics and get more opinion as to price if I was to buy it. It's a mixed shooter in what I consider good physical condition. I understand that a rebuilt with 2 different halves would be on the low side or priced in the poor bracket ( no rework stamp) but surely this would be better then a new replica that could be as high as $700. Or I should wait and buy an all original as my first 1911? Now the $600- 750 w holster will double or triple so plan b is save,save,save.

[Duane Hansen]

I have seen several all correct Remington Rands at the gunshows that are in 80% to 85% condition for around $900 to $1100. I would save my money and go for something that is actually collectible and will go up in value.