Make: Colt

Model: Series 70 Limited Edition, O1911SE-A1

Serial Number: SE1-1623

Year of Manufacture: 2023-Current / ATF Classification: Modern

Caliber/Gauge: .45 Auto

Action Type: Single Action, Semi-Automatic, Magazine-Fed

Barrel Length: 5"

Sights/Optics: The sights are made by Novak. The front sight is a brass beaded blade dovetailed into the slide. The rear sight is a dovetailed square notch sight.

Grip/Stock Configuration & Condition: The nonoriginal grips are two piece wood panels with checkering. The checkering is crisp and sharp. The screw heads are too large for the grip panels and do not seat flush. The right grip panel is cracked at the bottom screw. The grips rate in Good overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp with light fouling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 9.5/10.

Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 99% of its blued finish. There are very light handling and operational marks present. The markings are clear and complete. Overall, this pistol rates in about Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: One 7rd magazine, matching box, and paperwork

Our Assessment: This pistol presents in Fine overall condition, retaining approximately 99% of its original blue finish. The bluing is deep and even with very light handling evidence, and the classic Government Model profile remains crisp and well defined. The Series 70 configuration preserves the traditional pre firing pin safety internals that many enthusiasts prefer for their clean trigger characteristics and classic mechanical layout.

Mechanically, the pistol is excellent. The bore rates 9.5 out of 10, showing bright steel and strong rifling with light wear only. The action functions correctly with smooth cycling, proper lockup, and consistent single action operation. Overall fit and finish reflect Colt's modern production standards while maintaining the aesthetics and feel associated with the original Series 70 lineage.

Collector context is a key aspect of this pistol. Colt's Series 70 Limited Edition run is being produced in a fixed quantity of 5,000 pistols, making it desirable to collectors who appreciate limited production Colt 1911s that retain traditional features. The inclusion of the matching box further enhances completeness and long term appeal.

This example should be regarded as a collector grade modern Colt 1911, combining limited production status, classic Series 70 configuration, excellent condition, and complete factory presentation.