Colt's 1911A1 Military Retro 45Acp,5",Matte 1/7

A reproduction of the WWI Model 1911 U.S. Military sidearm this vintage limited run is an accurate reproduction of the design after the early 1918
Black Army
. In order to increase production for the US Military needs during WWI the standard Carbonia Blue finish was changed to a finish that was almost black hence the
Black Army
. - Throughout American History Colt
s weapons have given American Servicemen the ability and confidence to succeed in combat. As the Colt Walker and Peacemaker revolvers contributed immeasurably to American success in past conflicts Colt
s 1911 pistols and their descendants were in the hands of confident WWI WWII Korean and Vietnam American Servicemen. - Features: - Reproduction based on the original 1911 blueprints - Series 70 firing system - Original rollmarks and inspector marks - 5
barrel with wide hood - Smooth straight mainspring housing with lanyard loop - WWI-style manual thumb and grip safety - Tapered blade front sight - Matte Blued Finish - Forged knurled slide stop - Knurled thumb safety and magazine catch - One 7-round magazine