It re-appeared in 1967 as part of R.Q. Sutherland’s collection and then in books by his co-author, Colt consultant R.L. Wilson. By the early 1980s, the gun was in the Tennessee collection of ...The reason this came up is that we have a Colt Government Model with serial number C6250 and has the roll stamp "Marina Argentina" on the right side of the slide. The slide is serial numbered under the firing pin plate but the number does not match the frame. We have been watching the different auction sites for one and did find a …Colt Automatic Pistols is dedicated to collectors and enthusiasts of military and commercial Colt pistols, Colt revolvers, ... Colt Government Model .45 ACP - Production Information. COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL PRODUCTION: Year: SN Range: Quantity: 1912: C1-C1900: 1900: 1913: C1900-C5400: 3500: 1914: C5400-C16600: 11200:Firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. Serial Number Lookup Instantly retrieve vital product details, warranty information, and exclusive insights through our Serial Number Look-Up feature.4628 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Feb 14, 2021. I can't find the thread I participated in now, but someone commented on the Government Model in stainless with 72B serial numbers. Something about this stainless steel series being the last with the polished flats on the slide, and that they might be commanding a bit higher price these … For Colt handguns, the most common location for serial numbers is on the frame, typically on the side or underside near the trigger guard or grip. In the case of Colt revolvers, the serial numbers are often found on the frame under the barrel or on the butt. For Colt rifles and shotguns, the serial numbers are commonly situated on the receiver ... The Colt serial number lookup often doesn't have more recent numbers. To get a date call Colt during business hours and be prepared for a long wait on hold. ... My Colt Government O1991, serial … 1911/1911A1 Production Numbers. Colt manufactured 60,000 pistols in the Ithaca serial number range (856405-916404), 41,696 in the Remington Rand serial number range (916405-958100), and 4,171 in the US&S serial number range (1088726-1092896). Ithaca and Remington Rands where not manufactured or shipped in numerical order. 4628 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Feb 14, 2021. I can't find the thread I participated in now, but someone commented on the Government Model in stainless with 72B serial numbers. Something about this stainless steel series being the last with the polished flats on the slide, and that they might be commanding a bit higher price these …4628 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Feb 14, 2021. I can't find the thread I participated in now, but someone commented on the Government Model in stainless with 72B serial numbers. Something about this stainless steel series being the last with the polished flats on the slide, and that they might be commanding a bit higher price these …Colt serial numbers ran from about 150,000 to about 305,000. Army service numbers started at #1 (sent to Maxim Munition Corp., Watertown, NY, for ammunition testing) and there were at least 154,802 guns built. ... Your Colt M1917 was delivered to the Government during the week of November 2, 1918 as part of a weekly shipment of 3000 …NOTE: Colt and Ithaca serial numbers based on shipping records. All other pistols based on procurement records. Charles W. Clawson. Collector's Guide to Colt .45 Service Pistols: Models of 1911 and 1911A1 Third Edition. Fort Wayne, IN 46885-5216. Date Serial Start Serial End Manufacturer Quantity: 1924 700001 710000 Colt 10,000 1937 710001 ...For Colt handguns, the most common location for serial numbers is on the frame, typically on the side or underside near the trigger guard or grip. In the case of Colt revolvers, the serial numbers are often found on the frame under the barrel or on the butt. For Colt rifles and shotguns, the serial numbers are commonly situated on the receiver ...Hi guys, I'm new on these forums. I just picked up a mint condition Government Model Colt pistol in caliber .45 ACP. It is a series 80 MKIV finished in their bright stainless steel. ... The seven digit serial number is SS317xx (I X'ed out the last two digits for privacy). I owned a Springfield Armory 1911-A1 years ago, but had not owned a …I came across an early commercial Colt 1911 that has the serial number on the left side of the frame. Was the serial number on a early commercial colt 1911, made in 1912, located on the left side of the frame. And was the slide markings on the right "Colt Automatic Calibre 45" located under the ejection port. Typically the serial number is on … The Evolvement of the Colt Serial Number: Using the Colt M1911. The M1911, or the A1 (1912), was a commercial version with regular Colt serial numbers comprising simple signs and symbols. These gun version serial numbers halted during the 1970s, continuing from the codes of the initial varieties. Meanwhile, every other gun has a 70 as the first ... Simply go to Colt’s homepage and hover your mouse to the Customer Services tab. Click on Serial Number Lookup and then enter the serial number seen on your Colt. You should note though, that the database isn’t totally complete yet, which is why the results of the lookup won’t always be accurate yet.Colt Automatic Pistols is dedicated to collectors and enthusiasts of military and commercial Colt ... Serial Number 3780 (ca. 1912) ... Colt Model 1911 US Marine Corps Contract - .45 cal. S/N 3780, sold to the United States Government, shipped to Depot Quartermaster, United States Marine Corp, 1100 Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA on June 6, 1912 ...However, I’m puzzled about the serial number. It’s 70G77XXX, which on the Colt website shows to be a “GOVERNMENT MODEL MKIV SERIES 70” made in 1974. I’m aware that some SM Aces were shipped with Series ’70 serial numbers instead of the usual SM number, but those seem to have a “B70” suffix, not a 70G prefix. ...Colt serial numbers ran from about 150,000 to about 305,000. Army service numbers started at #1 (sent to Maxim Munition Corp., Watertown, NY, for ammunition testing) and there were at least 154,802 guns built. ... Your Colt M1917 was delivered to the Government during the week of November 2, 1918 as part of a weekly shipment of 3000 …Aug 21, 2018 · Commander: 4.25-inch barrel, 8+1 capacity. Officer: 3.5-inch barrel, 6 and 7+1 capacity. Defender: 3-inch barrel, 7+1 capacity. The venerable Model 1911A1 was manufactured by Colt (and others during World War II) until 1971. Shortly after the war, Colt introduced a new gun, the Commander, which was based on the Colt 1911 Government design. The military ordered US Government serial numbers stamped on the Model 1917 revolvers from both Colt and S&W. ... I know the one on crane and frame under the barrel are factory Colt serial number (279111) and dates the gun (according to their website search as being made in 1920). The Army’s number on the butt (126213).The commercial National Match pistols were Colt Government Models and were produced in the Government Model serial number range between C162000 and C215083. The earliest examples noted are serial numbers C162997 and C163003 shipped to the U.S. Coast Guard at Curtis Bay, Maryland, on January 27, 1932. The serial numbers and …Nov 22, 2020 · It's marked "Colts/Government Model/.45 Automatic Caliber" in 3 lines on the left side of the slide and "Colt Government Model" on the right side. The barrel is marked "Colt 45 Auto NM." The serial number "GV207xxx" is on the frame over the trigger. May 3, 2012 · Purchased a new / used Colt 1911 Mk IV Series 70 about a month ago.....got a call from my gun shop yesterday wanting to re-check the serial number on the gun. He said he received a call from the State Police inquiring about the number as they had thought he got it wrong in the paperwork. Seems the gun was made between 81 - 83 and the number ... Simply go to Colt’s homepage and hover your mouse to the Customer Services tab. Click on Serial Number Lookup and then enter the serial number seen on your Colt. You should note though, that the database isn’t totally complete yet, which is why the results of the lookup won’t always be accurate yet.Model 1911 & 1911A1 Government Pistol Model 1911 38 Commercial Model 1911 .38 Super Model & Super Match .38 Model 1911 9MM Commercial Woodsman Woodsman Match Target (1st "BULLSEYE" Model) Woodsman 2nd & 3rd Mod & Match Target. Colt Long Guns top. Berdan (Russian) Model Rifle Berdan (U.S.) Model Rifle Burgess Lever Action Rifle Colt - Sauer DrillingThe GV prefix on the serial number is interesting. I bought a Gold Cup Trophy Lite in 38 Super in Nov. 2018 and it has a serial number of GV002xxx. Below comparing it to a Gold Cup Trophy in 45ACP from 2015. The GCT Lite is a "series 70" pistol by the way. By the way, I took these pictures before I cleaned the shipping goo off the pistol.Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “-COLT’S- / GOVERNMENT MODEL / -.38 SUPER CALIBER-” and with a Rampant Colt logo. The right of the frame is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.” with the serial number. The right side of the slide is marked “-SERIES 80-“. The top of the barrel is marked “-COLT ...Colt Government Mk. IV Series 70 (1970–1983): Introduced the accurized Split Barrel Bushing (collet bushing). The first 1000 prototypes in the serial number range 35800NM–37025NM were marked BB on the barrel and the slide.Feb 1944. MT16611. SECOND SERIES WOODSMAN: 1947-1955 (Target, Sport, and Match Target Models Models) DATE. Approximate Serial Number. Nov 1947.Commander: 4.25-inch barrel, 8+1 capacity. Officer: 3.5-inch barrel, 6 and 7+1 capacity. Defender: 3-inch barrel, 7+1 capacity. The venerable Model 1911A1 was manufactured by Colt (and others during World War II) until 1971. Shortly after the war, Colt introduced a new gun, the Commander, which was based on the Colt 1911 Government …Please have model and serial number information available when calling to place an order. Contact Colt Archive Services: Phone: (860) 554-8088. Direct URL: www.coltarchives.com. ARCHIVE SERVICES The Colt Archive LetterConsidered one of the most unique and prestigious services offered for Colt firearms, the Archive Letter is universally ...Whether you have a brand-new smartwatch or a vintage watch from a luxury brand, it can be important to know the timepiece’s serial number. Knowing your watch’s serial number can he...Colt National Match – Chambered in .45 ACP, these were basically Government Model pistols with hand honed actions, match grade barrels, and exceptionally fine blued finish. They were manufactured between 1933 and 1941. Their serial number range will be within C164,800 – C215,000. For Colt handguns, the most common location for serial numbers is on the frame, typically on the side or underside near the trigger guard or grip. In the case of Colt revolvers, the serial numbers are often found on the frame under the barrel or on the butt. For Colt rifles and shotguns, the serial numbers are commonly situated on the receiver ... The serial numbers range from 246030-C to 271665-C. Colt wasn't producing many .45 ACP GM's in those days. About 25,000 pistols, 5000 a year average. The average work year was 261 days.Non-gun-related supporters. gentelman, i have a 1911 government model with a "C" serial number. the colt website tells me the gun was made in 1914. it has the "colt" mfg markings. would it be possible for one of you kind gentleman to guide me as how to properly value such a peice? i am no stranger to firearms, (53 years old, been around …The serial numbers range from 246030-C to 271665-C. Colt wasn't producing many .45 ACP GM's in those days. About 25,000 pistols, 5000 a year average. ... 1953, two 1954's and a 1955 Colt Government Model. All in .45 ACP. The serial numbers range from 246030-C to 271665-C. Colt wasn't producing many .45 ACP GM's in those …Step 1: Go to Colt's Manufacturing LLC. Step 2: Hover the mouse to “Customer Service”. Step 3: Click “Serial Number Lookup”. Once you get to that page, enter all the characters and the numbers on your firearms into the search field. Next, you need to hit search to see the result.Government Model with early C suffix serial number. I bought this pistol years ago before I had learned anything about Government Models. The mainspring housing is replaced and these are the grips which came with it. Over time I realized the SN 240195-C was unusual in that it was below the published breakpoint between the C …M. Marlin Winchester Discussion starter. 4 posts · Joined 2015. #1 · Sep 16, 2015. I just got a brand new Colt Government Model (Model 01991) and am very happy with it so far. I do have a question concerning the serial number, though. My serial number is 288XXXX and is laser etched on the frame. Any other Government Model I've seen for sale ...The serial number appears only in one place, on the right side of the frame as others have indicated. If it is no longer there, for whatever the reason, the gun is not legal to possess. Ps, 1550vt, My pre-war National Match Colt (1935) did have the serial number stamped on the slide beaneath the firing pin stop.Learn how to read Colt 1911 serial numbers with this easy-to-follow guide. Includes information on all Colt 1911 models, including the Government Model, Commander, and Officer's Model. Skip to contentIf you own a Kenmore appliance and are curious about its age, you can easily find out by using the serial number. The serial number on a Kenmore appliance contains important inform... 1911/1911A1 Production Numbers. Colt manufactured 60,000 pistols in the Ithaca serial number range (856405-916404), 41,696 in the Remington Rand serial number range (916405-958100), and 4,171 in the US&S serial number range (1088726-1092896). Ithaca and Remington Rands where not manufactured or shipped in numerical order. As with all other types of firearms in the United States, shotguns must be engraved with a serial number by the manufacturer. This serial number often provides information about th...The Evolvement of the Colt Serial Number: Using the Colt M1911. The M1911, or the A1 (1912), was a commercial version with regular Colt serial numbers comprising simple signs and symbols. These gun version serial numbers halted during the 1970s, continuing from the codes of the initial varieties. Meanwhile, every other gun has a 70 as the first ...For Colt handguns, the most common location for serial numbers is on the frame, typically on the side or underside near the trigger guard or grip. In the case of Colt revolvers, the serial numbers are often found on the frame under the barrel or on the butt. For Colt rifles and shotguns, the serial numbers are commonly situated on the receiver ...The police pistols are serial numbered within the C165000 through C171000 range. The right sides of the slides are marked with the normal Colt writing and logo. The left sides are marked POLICIA DE LA CAPITAL. On the right sides of the frames is marked, “Government Model” over the serial numbers.1571 posts · Joined 2017. #5 · Mar 10, 2022. Colt Serial Number lookup. New guns 2020/21/22 are hit or miss in the system. It’s pretty good overall resource and it’s from the proverbial “Horse’s Mouth”. Like. This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread.Then on the right side on the slide it says National Match Colt automatic caliber .45 Then just above the trigger, on the right side I have Government Model and what I can only assume is a serial number of C185xxx The last thing I see is a very small 60 stamped on the trigger guard up near the frame. It shoots excellently and is a family …As with all other types of firearms in the United States, shotguns must be engraved with a serial number by the manufacturer. This serial number often provides information about th...Its serial number is GC02091X. On the front sight is says 609, on the barrel it says 2/95 under the handguars and it is stamped C MP556NATO 1/7. It has a pinned sear block that says COLT, 2 position plastic CAR stock, extractor has a blue insert. Don't see any markings on Upper Reciever, Bolt or carrier.Colt's website now has a serial number look up, however when I put in the numbers on my Sporter Match HBAR and my Government model both came up "not in data base". I just called Colt's CS and they were able to give me DOM on both guns. FWI, MH 0039xx is 1990 and GS 0068xx is 1989. The GOVT is a green label gun with the evil …Purchased a new / used Colt 1911 Mk IV Series 70 about a month ago.....got a call from my gun shop yesterday wanting to re-check the serial number on the gun. He said he received a call from the State Police inquiring about the number as they had thought he got it wrong in the paperwork. Seems the gun was made between 81 - 83 … 1911/1911A1 Production Numbers. Colt manufactured 60,000 pistols in the Ithaca serial number range (856405-916404), 41,696 in the Remington Rand serial number range (916405-958100), and 4,171 in the US&S serial number range (1088726-1092896). Ithaca and Remington Rands where not manufactured or shipped in numerical order. These guns have the “classic” look and are cherished by their owners. MKIV/Series 70 Production Information. The Series 70 Government Model Colts were chambered in .45 ACP, .38 Super, 9mm Parabellum and 9mm Steyr (for overseas sales). The Government Model has a 5” barrel with checkered walnut grips adorned with the Colt medallion. Press "Enter" on your keyboard to search. Find historical information on your Colt firearm using our serial number look up search tool. Colt Pistols, Revolvers and rifles are all sought after by serious collectors who value the historical data behind these firearms, our tool helps find that information. There's nothing wrong with being a serial monogamist, per se. But sometimes, hopping from relationship to relationship might be a sign of emotional difficulties or even a mental he...13. Look under the firing pin stop, as I think there may be a partial serial number there. It appears the original serial number may have been defaced, as the surface area around it looks to have been messed with. It may be an early attempt to have the gun re-numbered, but not sure if its an early ATF attempt.I suggest that you call Colt (800-962-2658) and ask them for the correct serial number range for a 2013 gun. I hope you find the right one. Like. J. JohnnyP. 14126 posts · Joined 2013. #15 · May 15, 2015.Double Action Series 90, Caliber: 380 & 9mm Auto Pistols (Pony, Pony Pocketlite, Pocket Nine) Double Eagle. Gold Cup National Match MK IV/Series 70. Series 70 / Government Model. Government Model MKIV Series 70 (Model: O1970A1) Huntsman Automatic Pistol. Series 80 & 90 Pistols (Government Model, M1991A1 Models, Combat Target, Combat …1911/1911A1 Production Numbers. Colt manufactured 60,000 pistols in the Ithaca serial number range (856405-916404), 41,696 in the Remington Rand serial number range (916405-958100), and 4,171 in the US&S serial number range (1088726-1092896). Ithaca and Remington Rands where not manufactured or shipped in numerical order.I'm no expert but most of the Colt AR-15A2 Gov't Model rifles I had seen have the GS serial number prefix. Here's a site that ties the GS prefix to the Gov't Model rifle. Colt AR-15 Serial Number List. Colt AR-15 Sporter SP1 rifle owner since 1971. Colt 1911 Government Model Series 80 .45 pistol owner since 1984. Colt M4 Carbine owner since 2011.Colt Model 1908 .380 ACP Serial Number 15. Colt Model of 1911 U.S. Army - 1924 Transition Model. Colt Pre-Detective Special .38 Factory Engraved with Mother of Pearl Stocks. ... Colt Government Model in original box with accessories. Welcome to ColtAutos.com, the oldest, most authoritative and most established information source …Learn how to read Colt 1911 serial numbers with this easy-to-follow guide. Includes information on all Colt 1911 models, including the Government Model, Commander, and Officer's Model. Skip to contentColt Serial Numbers – What The Caliber Numbers Mean. The second number in the sequence is the code for the caliber of the gun, and these run from the number ‘4’ to the number ‘9’. The number ‘4’ indicates a caliber between .20 and .32. The number ‘6’ would denote a caliber of .357; there is no number ‘5’ in this caliber ...When I enter it into the Colt serial number lookup, only one gun comes up (not an saa). Entering the numbers previous and after 6150, a lot of Colts come up including saa, mfg. 1874. ... after adding in the U.S. Government contracts. Your #6150 would be about April-May 1874. The first 12,000 or so Colt SAA's sold to the government are not ...To authenticate a Fendi serial number, one should look at a bag’s certificate of authenticity. If the number on the bag and the one on the certificate match, that is a sign of auth...128 posts · Joined 2007. #4 · Aug 4, 2011 (Edited) It is often dangerous to make broad characterizations of Colt serial numbers, but that is basically correct for the standard blue and stainless Delta models. As to the more recently produced 10mms (the re-introduction)... not sure if they have kept the same strategy or not.Feb 21, 2016 · If you have a Series 80 9mm, please post information about the serial number range of your gun and any information you may have about its production date. To get things started, the distributor's invoice to the dealer from whom I purchased my M1991A1 9mm (Model O1992) was dated August of 1998 and the gun's serial number is NN012xx. The one I found that bothers me is a GCNM in SS that Colt told me on the phone was made in 1988 but on the lookup tool it comes up 1995. Now aside from Colt telling me on the phone it was made in 1988 the friend I bought it from remembers getting it from his Son for Christmas of 1988. Unfortunately he threw out the box and paperwork years ago.A1A. 11097 posts · Joined 2005. #5 · Dec 21, 2012. That is indeed where modern Colt revolver serial numbers are; on the frame under the crane opening, facing that on the crane itself and on the inside of the sideplate. P30874 dates to 1981 per the available charts. If you indeed did buy the gun in 1980, that is possible as serial numbers were ...Referred to as both the “Commercial Model”—or in Colt’s catalogs as the “Government Model”—the civilian version of the M1911 was introduced in 1912 with a run of 1,899 guns. By 1916 ... Double Action Series 90, Caliber: 380 & 9mm Auto Pistols (Pony, Pony Pocketlite, Pocket Nine) Double Eagle. Gold Cup National Match MK IV/Series 70. Series 70 / Government Model. Government Model MKIV Series 70 (Model: O1970A1) Huntsman Automatic Pistol. Series 80 & 90 Pistols (Government Model, M1991A1 Models, Combat Target, Combat Commander ... The term "1911" or "1911-A1" is used only for military issue pistols. The "Government Model" marking is used only on Colt commercial models. This is confusing because the military 1911 or 1911A1 is a government model pistol, but that term is a commercial marking. So, 1911 or 1911A1 stamps are used only on military issue guns no …Feb 21, 2016 · If you have a Series 80 9mm, please post information about the serial number range of your gun and any information you may have about its production date. To get things started, the distributor's invoice to the dealer from whom I purchased my M1991A1 9mm (Model O1992) was dated August of 1998 and the gun's serial number is NN012xx. NOTES: The serial numbers listed, except for 1963, 1969, 1970, are the serial number at the first of the year. NOTE II: The 1969-1970 downturn (highlighted in purple) in production numbers is due to Colt withdrawing the AR-15 from the market temporarily to fix the "hammer follow-down" issue (the gun could fire full-automatically -- … The Colt Government Model 1911 is referred to by many as "the world's greatest handgun". Colt introduced this model in 1970 as a newer version of the Model 1911A1. The major changes were a slightly heavier slide and a slotted collet barrel bushing. From 1970 to 1976 the serial numbers had a prefix of "70G", from 1976 to 1980 they had a suffix ... Colt Model 1908 .380 ACP Serial Number 15. Colt Model of 1911 U.S. Army - 1924 Transition Model. Colt Pre-Detective Special .38 Factory Engraved with Mother of Pearl Stocks. ... Colt Government Model in original box with accessories. Welcome to ColtAutos.com, the oldest, most authoritative and most established information source …1911/1911A1 Production Numbers. Colt manufactured 60,000 pistols in the Ithaca serial number range (856405-916404), 41,696 in the Remington Rand serial number range (916405-958100), and 4,171 in the US&S serial number range (1088726-1092896). Ithaca and Remington Rands where not manufactured or shipped in numerical order.Colt Serial Number look-up. ... This allows you to look up your own serial numbers and it gives you the model and year built. It found 4 out of 6 of mine. Pretty cool. ... to a bunch of pre-70 Government Models and LW Commanders. Sometimes it provide multiple hits, but always had the gun listed. It doesn't like special characters, but works ...Serial bonds (or installment bonds) describes a bond issue that matures in portions over several different dates. Serial bonds (or installment bonds) describes a bond issue that ma...$1,299.89. Out of Stock, Taking Backorders. Notify me when available. SKU: 098289113207. BRAND: Colt. Manufacturer Number: O1911SE-A1. Caliber: 45 ACP. Model: Colt Government. Rounds: 7. Unit of Measure: Each. Classification: Firearm. Interests: Collector Guns, 1911 Guns, Target Shooting, New for 2023. Description. Reviews (0) Q & A. …13. Look under the firing pin stop, as I think there may be a partial serial number there. It appears the original serial number may have been defaced, as the surface area around it looks to have been messed with. It may be an early attempt to have the gun re-numbered, but not sure if its an early ATF attempt.New Vortex Viper HD 5-25X50 Scope Review. [ARCHIVED THREAD] - Colt Govt Carbine - Serial numbers starting with "LGC". ARCHIVED. Posted: 9/2/2004 10:37:57 AM EDT. I have noticed some Colt Carbines for sale on AuctionArms.com whose serial numbers start with "LGC". I am familiar with the pre-ban carbines that whose serial numbers started with "CC ...Serial Number Data. 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Colt Government Mk. IV Series 70 (1970–1983): Introduced the accurized Split Barrel Bushing. The first 1000 prototypes in the serial number range 35800NM – 37025NM were marked BB on the barrel and the slide.. Maturo prescot
Please have model and serial number information available when calling to place an order. Contact Colt Archive Services: Phone: (860) 554-8088. Direct URL: www.coltarchives.com. ARCHIVE SERVICES The Colt Archive LetterConsidered one of the most unique and prestigious services offered for Colt firearms, the Archive Letter is universally ... Cable Trigger Lock: Yes. Colt Government Limited Edition 45 ACP, 5" Barrel, Blued, Special Serial Numbers, 7rd. Colt O1911SE-A1. Colt's Manufacturing presents their limited edition 1911C Government Model. Featuring a full-sized 5" barrel and full metal frame, this pistol offers the classic look of venerable 1911 design ...The CR serial number prefix does not mean it's an Expanse lower end model, there are also Expanse model CE1000 and CE2000 that have the LE prefix serial numbers. ... Colt 1911 Government Model Series 80 .45 pistol owner since 1984 Colt M4 Carbine owner since 2011 NRA Life Member since 1973. Reactions: WVCOLT and …The letter “G” indicates government contract. The others are factory inspector markings. (Right) The butt of the Colt revolvers has an Army serial number that is different than the Colt factory serial number. However, on Smith & Wesson Model 1917 revolvers, the factory serial number and the Army number are the same.Commander: 4.25-inch barrel, 8+1 capacity. Officer: 3.5-inch barrel, 6 and 7+1 capacity. Defender: 3-inch barrel, 7+1 capacity. The venerable Model 1911A1 was manufactured by Colt (and others during World War II) until 1971. Shortly after the war, Colt introduced a new gun, the Commander, which was based on the Colt 1911 Government …Nov 16, 2023 · This is a proposed corrected correlation for serial numbers and years of manufacture. The largest correction came in 1873, as 3000 known deliveries to the U.S. Government were added. No correction was made in 1874 for the 5000 known deliveries to the U.S. Government, so some tweaking may be required in this year. Colt Serial Number Location. Colt serial numbers are a mystery to many, yet they can tell us much. They can be found on the back of the gun’s receiver or on the bottom of the grip, nestled in plain sight. But to truly understand them, you need to locate them and then decipher their meaning.If you have a Series 80 9mm, please post information about the serial number range of your gun and any information you may have about its production date. ... Colt MKIV series 80 government stainless, factory night sights with wrap-around rubber grip. Model is O1072. It was made for 1 year, 1991.These guns have the “classic” look and are cherished by their owners. MKIV/Series 70 Production Information. The Series 70 Government Model Colts were chambered in .45 ACP, .38 Super, 9mm Parabellum and 9mm Steyr (for overseas sales). The Government Model has a 5” barrel with checkered walnut grips adorned with the Colt medallion.Double Action Series 90, Caliber: 380 & 9mm Auto Pistols (Pony, Pony Pocketlite, Pocket Nine) Double Eagle. Gold Cup National Match MK IV/Series 70. Series 70 / Government Model. Government Model MKIV Series 70 (Model: O1970A1) Huntsman Automatic Pistol. Series 80 & 90 Pistols (Government Model, M1991A1 Models, Combat Target, Combat Commander ...The original Colt Commander has a "LW" suffix on the serial number. It's the original "Coltalloy" Commander. ... The pistol that would eventually be named the Colt Commander was Colt's Manufacturing Company's candidate in a U.S. government post-World War II trial to find a lighter replacement for the M1911 pistol that would be issued to ...Colt Serial Numbers – What The Caliber Numbers Mean. The second number in the sequence is the code for the caliber of the gun, and these run from the number ‘4’ to the number ‘9’. The number ‘4’ indicates a caliber between .20 and .32. The number ‘6’ would denote a caliber of .357; there is no number ‘5’ in this caliber ...Finally, BATF has allowed some pre-ban damaged to be replaced with post-ban lowers with numbers outside the ranges given below while retaining the grandfathered status. They will send a letter documenting this and allowing the original manufacturer to proceed with the replacement. Colt ( 800) 962-COLT. Year. Serial Number Range. Pre Ban. Post Ban..