Anyone like old Colts?

[Mac Attack]

How about a real Colt 1911 made in 1918. This Colt has been handed down through the family. I get out to shoot it occasionally but lately I have regulated the old horse to the stables. When I have shot her, I can tell you she shoots just as well if not better than many of her newer brothers.

[hawk1]

I can't get enough of them. You have a really nice one there.

[Saigon1965]

That's a beaut with some history to it I am sure. I'd try not to shoot it too much though.

[cactuspete]

You are lucky, Mac Attack. My dad made arrangements to give away his Colt service handguns from WWII after he died. Seem to remember he had a .45 1911 and revolver. Would shovel a serious amount of shinola to have them - great history.

[tonelar]

What a beauty... this country's greatest pistol

[BillCA]

I Just looked it up. That old warhorse, even with 60% finish remaining, is worth at least $1k. Keep it. The monetary value will never match the sentimental value of the gun. I don't know how many people I've talked to who have said they regret selling a hand-me-down gun from a parent or grandparent. Probably close to 90%.

Keep it. Keep it maintained and enjoy it periodically.
Pass it down to your kids.

[Knifemaker]

Thats awesome! I'll guarantee if its original finish and not refinshed at any time and has all original parts to the gun its worth ALOT more than $1k. Looks like a real nice 1911, very cool!

[djp7558]

My Daddy told me.."in California you can't loose if you buy property and guns"
....well...at least he was half right!
KEEP IT CLEAN...KEEP IT SAFE...KEEP IT OILED!

[ivanimal]

I love old Colts more than air. Nice piece of the American way there.

[Riodog]

I do too, but with the thingy that goes round. If anyone has a model P in 41 Colt please pm me.
Rio

[tazmanian devil dog]

Ballistic Orgasm!!! That is pure JMB!!!!