1911A1 Prices

[RayD]

Hi Smokey, I too have an early Ithaca, sn 8623xx. About 80% (?) finish, heart shaped cut-outs etc. All the rest as should be per coolgunsite. I'm trying to get an idea of its value as these early (6000 or so) with the Colt made WWI frames are scarcer than the majority production. Is yours between 856405 and about 862400?

I was hoping $2000 plus but it looks more like $1300-1600. Unfortunately this, too, is subject to change due to our "downturn" economy.

Thanks, Ray

[Smoky]

Ray, sorry it took my awhile to get back to you. The Ithaca I bought is ser# 87472X. A little later than yours. It does NOT have the WW1 Colt hart frame. Looks like all Ithaca to me. I don't know what the rest of the country is selling them for, just had to give this one a good home. I think the folks with lots of money will still be looking for the nice 1911-a1s but this ecomomy will sure cut out the working folks. Best to ya,
Smoky

[Mike Josephic]

Regardless of the economy, the best examples always sell and for the price
that's appropriate. I'm speaking of the true 99% examples, especially of those
with "provenance" such as papers, box, history, etc. or rarity. If you check the auction sites you will see this to be the case. In this economy, nobody is paying a premium for examples of lesser quality, especially for the more common pieces. Yes, I guess this means those with the "deep pockets"
will be buying.