Colt circa 1918

[coneten]

I saw one today..excellent condition..all correct as far as I could tell except the mag. SN# 542744 and it has the heart cut outs in the grip frame. Would a pistol from this time period have an inspectors initials or just the Colt verified proof stamping?

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[Johnny Peppers]

The Colt Verified Proof did not show up on military .45 pistol production until 1937. A 1911 in that serial number range would have had the eagle head inspection/acceptance mark though.

[coneten]

I think this one might get a second look. They are asking more than I want to pay but might have some lee way. Thanks for the info.