Make: Colt
Model: WWI Commemorative Series Meuse Argonne 1911
Serial Number: 3346-MA
Year of Manufacture: 1969
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Pistol with Removable Magazine
Barrel Length: 5"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a short blade with a ramped serrated rear face fixed to the slide. The rear sight is a square notched sight dovetailed into the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are smooth wood. The left grip has a medallion of an American eagle marked "1917*1918 / WORLD WAR". The right grip is marked with a medallion of an American soldier, and marked "U.S.A. / THE GREAT WAR FOR CIVILIZATION" and with the names of our allies. The left grip also has a rectangular plaque marked "MEUSE ARGONNE". The grips have a few scattered minor marks. The medallions show minor discoloration. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Fine-plus condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling sharp. There is no erosion. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: The pistol retains about 97% of its metal finish. There is minor operational wear. There are a few scattered small marks. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall, this pistol is in Fine-plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a single 7-round Colt magazine and a 2nd Battle of the Marne display case, incorrect for this pistol but from the same commemorative series.
Our Assessment: This is a beautiful Colt Government Model 1911 with a high luster blued finish and with gold-filled engraving. The pistol also has grips with WWI medallions and the name of the battle the particular pistol commemorates. The pistol is in Fine-plus condition with only a few marks consistent with storage and gentle handling. This series from Colt commemorates the four major battles our soldiers fought in World War I, the "War To End All Wars". This is the Meuse Argonne 1911 made in 1969. This is an amazing tribute to the contribution America has made to keep the world free. Please see our pistols and good luck!
