My new RR 1911A1

[Beginner]

Just a quick picture, very happy with the pistol so far. 2.13M range, all parts original, finish quite worn but with a lovely patina. Really loving this pistol, my first "real" .45

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[DaveN]

Looks nice from here on my iPhone. I'll try to get a look on my bigger screen later. I'm sure my first ... REAL ONE... As you said will be a lesser, not perfect Collectable but have to start some where. Do you know what year it is and what month? Detail please.

[Beginner]

I am not sure of the date, but the year should be 1945 from what I have found online.
And to be honest: I actually prefer a pistol with wear over a like-new one.

[Scott Gahimer]

...And to be honest: I actually prefer a pistol with wear over a like-new one.

Congratulations. Looks like you may have gotten one like you prefer. However, if it is a 1945 pistol, the stock(s) has been changed. If you provide pictures where we can see markings and details, we may be able to provide accurate information regarding procurement month and year and correct parts.

[Johnny Peppers]

Ithacas are in the 2.13M range also.

[Beginner]

Sorry, the serial range is 2.15M, my bad. The grips are marked with a K in a star on the inside, along with a number (5 if I recall correctly). Is this wrong for a pistol of this age? Oh and thank you!

[Scott Gahimer]

Sorry, the serial range is 2.15M, my bad. The grips are marked with a K in a star on the inside, along with a number (5 if I recall correctly). Is this wrong for a pistol of this age? Oh and thank you!

The stocks are incorrect for a 1945 Remington Rand. They do not have reinforcement rings around the screw holes. You sound a bit unsure about some of the pistol details...like serial number and markings inside the stocks. That's why it is always a lot more helpful to simply post good images of the markings and details, then ask for comments. Someone new to the pistols will miss a lot of things and, in turn, report inaccurate information...thereby leaving us in the dark and unable to tell you what you may really have.

[LeagleEagle]

Very nice! I just got my first GI 1911A1 last month, an Ithaca.

[jmark]

I highly recommend buying the Clawson Collectors Guide to Colt .45 Service Pistols", 2003 edition. I know Scott G. & Karl K. still sell them for $60. Will probably more than pay for itself.

[Scott Gahimer]

Sorry, but I have sold out. Karl may still have a few, but he told me he was nearly sold out a few months ago, so...?