How much does a colt m1911a1 cost?

How much does a colt m1911a1 cost?

This pistol is made in batches on a regular basis by the Springfield Custom Shop, and a few examples from most runs are made available for sale to the general public at a selling price of approximately US$2,700 each.

What’s the difference between a 1911 and 1911A1?

The M1911A1 changes to the original design consisted of a shorter trigger, cutouts in the frame behind the trigger, an arched mainspring housing, a longer grip safety spur (to prevent hammer bite), a wider front sight, a shortened hammer spur, and simplified grip checkering (eliminating the “Double Diamond” reliefs).

Is Colt’s new Gold Cup trophy pistol any good?

In the competitive realm, it has traditionally enjoyed a great reputation, combining an excellent match barrel with a crisp, wide target trigger. Now, for 2017 Colt is looking to continue upon that tradition with its new Gold Cup Trophy pistol.

Is the colt national match 45 a good gun?

The Colt National Match.45 makes an excellent all around handgun, with proper training. Ebenezer Starr had unique ideas, but they did not prosper. Smith and Wesson set the pace by shrewd business decisions. In a parallel fashion, mechanics and gun design walked hand in hand as one had to wait for incremental improvements in the other.

When did the Colt Gold Cup come out?

The Colt Gold Cup is a beautiful competition gun. (Photo: Don Summers/Guns.com) At the 1932 National Matches, Colt debuted its first national match model for competition. By 1933, the company offering a National Match Pistol for consumers to buy straight out of the factory.

What are the dimensions of a Colt Gold Cup trophy?

Colt Gold Cup Trophy Type: Semi-auto, single action Caliber: 9mm, .45 ACP Barrel: 5 in., National Match, polished stainless steel Overall Length: 8.5 in. Height: 5.5 in. Width: 1.25 in. Unloaded Weight: 38 oz. (.45 ACP), 40 oz. (9mm) Frame: Stainless steel Slide: Stainless steel, round top Finish: Brushed stainless