6/3/19 - This is an original Army issued Colt 1911 from the tail end of the Great War. Manufactured in 1918, the pistol retains about 80% blue with the most notable areas of finish loss being the straps and the top of the slide. The grips show age but no major cracks or chips. Bore is strong with good rifling. Barrel is P H marked. Back of slide is also 'H' marked.