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Lot Description

**Colt Model 1917

.45 ACP. 5.5" barrel length. SN: 23723. (Mfg. Ca 1919) Brushed blued metal finish overall with polished hammer flanks mounting smooth walnut grips and featuring a lanyard loop to butt. Double action hand ejector six-shot revolver featuring topstrap notch and front blade sights. The butt is marked U.S./ARMY/MODEL/1917 followed by the serial number, with further marking to the underside of the barrel reading UNITED STATES PROPERTY along with the assembly number of 1845. Assembly numbers match on the frame, crane, and barrel, with the cylinder numbered 8203 beneath the star extractor. A further {Eagle/S20} government inspection mark is visible on the upper left frame. Colt markings include the {Rampant Colt} logo to the sideplate, COLT D.A. 45 mark on the left barrel, and the two-line address and patent mark on top of the barrel. Grips are unmarked.

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA

Condition Report

Fine. Bore is Very Bright with sharp rifling throughout. The brushed metal finish retains the distinctive pattern around the front sight with a strong finish overall showing some scattered light scratches and little edgewear on the rear frame. Hammer flanks retain their polish. Grips are unmarked and show some handling wear. Metal markings show some weakness owing to worn down dies consistent with 1919 manufacture. Action displays good timing.

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