CMP 1911

[neomedic]

I finally got some time to field strip my 1911A1 and take additional pictures. Upon removing the firing pin stop, there is no serial number on the slide. The back of the firing pin stop plate does not have any "ghost image" of any serial numbers.

On the frame, there was "G" that was stamped on the right rail. There's another mark next to the "G" on the lower right, but I'm not sure what the mark could be.

On the barrel, there are a few marks. On the right side of the barrel by the link, there is a "M." On the left side of the link, there is a "TZ 06P" mark. Lastly, on the top of the barrel hood, ".45 Auto / 7791193 / 86" mark.

Here is a link for pictures:

https://www.flickr.com/gp/192028598@N05/g8X63z

Any additional information that can be shared is greatly appreciated.

[neomedic]

Thoughts on this barrel? After clicking on the link, scroll down a bit for posting.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/US-GI-issue-post-WW2-Colt-1911-1911a1-replacement-barrel-complete-NICE-/164707224629?hash=item265950cc35%3Ag%3A0tEAAOSwLEJgK%7Ey4&nma=true&si=FSEMW9rjXnhA5vck9DkSceRLKHY%253D&orig_cvip=true&nordt=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

[downsouth]

Thoughts on this barrel? After clicking on the link, scroll down a bit for posting.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/US-GI-issue...p2047675.l2557

I wouldn't change out the barrel you have right now. I don't see any issues with the current you have one right now and the rifling looks fine.

You'd also have to fit that ebay linked barrel to your 1911.

[Robert1234]

I wouldn't change out the barrel you have right now. I don't see any issues with the current you have one right now and the rifling looks fine.

You'd also have to fit that ebay linked barrel to your 1911.

I'd bet money it drops in and works as well as the barrel currently on the gun.

[neomedic]

Would this hammer particular hammer be period accurate for this 1911? Base on the pictures, best guess on if this is colt USGI part?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Used-WW-2-Colt-USGI-1911A1-Hammer-Type-4-Wide-Spur-/184653105313?hash=item2afe2ec8a1%3Ag%3AjnYAAOSwjaBgHuq5&nma=true&si=FSEMW9rjXnhA5vck9DkSceRLKHY%253D&orig_cvip=true&nordt=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

[SkyHawk]

I finally got some time to field strip my 1911A1 and take additional pictures. Upon removing the firing pin stop, there is no serial number on the slide. The back of the firing pin stop plate does not have any "ghost image" of any serial numbers.

On the frame, there was "G" that was stamped on the right rail. There's another mark next to the "G" on the lower right, but I'm not sure what the mark could be.

On the barrel, there are a few marks. On the right side of the barrel by the link, there is a "M." On the left side of the link, there is a "TZ 06P" mark. Lastly, on the top of the barrel hood, ".45 Auto / 7791193 / 86" mark.

Here is a link for pictures:

https://www.flickr.com/gp/192028598@N05/g8X63z

Any additional information that can be shared is greatly appreciated.

I think your barrel is a USGI replacement made by IMI in Israel. I'd keep it.

[neomedic]

I also picked up this milled trigger.

Not sure if I would replace anything, but I figure if it's not too expensive on ebay, I might as we pick it up since all the part prices are raising.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1911A1-WW2-vintage-milled-trigger-/193873318157?hash=item2d23c0110d%3Ag%3ADdgAAOSwSSlgF24X&nma=true&si=FSEMW9rjXnhA5vck9DkSceRLKHY%253D&orig_cvip=true&nordt=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

[Che762x39]

... Overall, how would this 1911 rate as a collector piece? I'm new to military surplus and 1911s in general and appreciate any info that can be shared. I admire the historical importance of this firearm and couldn't pass on the chance of owing a "piece of history." I'm thankful to CMP and all the staff in running this program.

I think you did very well. It is one of the nicest I have seen from the CMP. Thank you for sharing.

[neomedic]

^^^ Thanks. Definitely glad to have this 1911. I've seen some really heavy reparkerized samples.

[neomedic]

Anyone have explanation on why the slide doesn't have a serial number behind the firing pin plate stop?

I think I read somewhere that really early slides by colt don't have serial numbers but don't have a definitive answer. Thanks.

[SkyHawk]

Anyone have explanation on why the slide doesn't have a serial number behind the firing pin plate stop?

I think I read somewhere that really early slides by colt don't have serial numbers but don't have a definitive answer. Thanks.

It is from a pre-710001 serial Colt. If your serial is in the 900,000 range the slide would have had a serial. Somewhere out there is a slide that belongs on your gun

[Joguwa86]

I was one of the early RNG's. Opted for Service Grade, got a 1918 Colt frame with a WWII slide and barrel. Finish is only about 70%, it rattles like crazy, and I don't know how much life the frame actually has left.

That said, it is such a cool piece of US military! I actually like the worn, mixmaster condition. This gun was in military inventory for nearly 100 years!

[neomedic]

I'm pretty happy with my 1911. Glad it it had a matching slide and frame. Overall...great shooter. Not much play when pushing the barrel down. Some play and movement between slide and frame at the muzzle end. Rest of the gun is pretty solid!

[nitroxdiver]

Outstanding congrats!!!!


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[neomedic]

Trying to get a period correct mainspring housing for my 1911. Is this one correct for a Colt made in 1943?

Seems to have a little rust with some pitting on the side. Tired to clean it off with 00 steel wool. Any issues with using this one? Should I continue to look for a better one? Checkered mainspring housings are getting harder and harder to find at a reasonable price.

Thanks.

Pictures with the following link:

https://www.flickr.com/gp/192028598@N05/Dc874M