Make: Colt

Model: Gold Cup Trophy, 05870CS

Serial Number: GCT04091

Year of Manufacture: 1998 (https://www.colt.com/serial-lookup)

Caliber: .45 ACP

Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Pistol Fed by Detachable Magazine

Markings: The right side of the slide is marked ”COLT GOLD CUP TROPHY MODEL”. The left side of the slide is marked “COLT GOLD CUP / -TROPHY-” and with a trophy cup. The right side of the frame is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A. / GCT04091”. The barrel is marked “-COLT 45 AUTO N.M.-“. The left side of the trigger guard is marked with the “VP” proof , the right side is marked “B”.

Barrel Length: 5”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade that is dovetailed to the front of the slide. The rear sight is a Elliason square notch adjustable for windage and elevation in a base dovetailed to the rear of the slide.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered Faux Ivory checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition as not original to the gun. The original one-piece rubber Colt grips are included in the box. They are in excellent shape.

Type of Finish: Blued Steel

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. The bore rates 10/10 in this writer’s opinion.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its current metal finish. The action shows minor operational wear. There is finish loss on the leading edges. rear edge of the grip frame, and beavertail grip safety. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The screwheads have strong sockets. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in Excellent condition as refinished.

Mechanics: This Colt has been modified with a Green recoil spring designed for light loads. The semi waddcutter magazine has been inserted as well. The original parts are in the box and are included in the purchase. The action functions correctly. The slide to frame fit is tight. The trigger is crisp. This pistol has a firing pin block safety. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, it may need a thorough cleaning to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes in a blue plastic Colt box with a serial-matching label, a manual, and a total of two Colt magazines, one 7-round, one 8-round. Both magazines show some wear and oxidation.

Our Assessment: The Gold Cup Trophy is a modern incarnation of the original Gold Cup National Match pistols. In addition to the original features of an adjustable target sight and adjustable trigger, this pistol features dark blue construction, a skeletonized hammer, skeletonized trigger, beavertail grip safety, and has been updated with a “light load” recoil spring and semi-wadcutter magazine. This example appears to have seen limited and responsible use, retaining a great bore and a crisp trigger pull. This pistol is ready to hit the range, add to your 1911 collection, or both.