Aug 3, 2022 · Here is a compilation of info and comments gleaned from the M1911 Forum regarding Colt M1911 magazines (both military contract and commercial): COLT M1911 …

Apr 19, 2020 · As soon as the M1911 was adopted the Navy asked for slides to be roll-marked PROPERTY OF US NAVY. However, it cost them an extra $1.50/pistol so they stopped after …

Apr 11, 2024 · The M1912 squad cleaning kit w/blued tin and brass rods/oiler/grease pot is the more valuable of the two. Looks like most of the brushes are there but don't see any of the "L" …

Jan 21, 2025 · I recently added this sealed box of Frankford Arsenal M1911 cartridges (Lot FA 676) to my collection. The "Non-Corrosive Primer" printing caught my eye, so I did some …

Sep 12, 2021 · So it's a Colt M1911 (receiver) with a Springfield Armory slide. The mark over the flaming bomb looks like a Canadian acceptance mark, but the picture isn't that great. The …

Jul 2, 2008 · It improve steadiness. You can achieve the same with a string loop of proper lenght tensioned between neck and thumb. With the arrival of M1911 lanyards were tied more to the …

Mar 6, 2025 · I have heard rumors and the occasional reference to knife sheathes being sewn to the back of the m1916 holster by their owners during ww2 and korea to carry a fighting knife. …

Dec 28, 2013 · Picked up a Shooters Arms (S. A. M.) M1911, with the frame marked "Cyrus Import, Fridley MN. This was cast or rolled into the frame when made--not done after the fact. …

Jan 2, 2019 · This beauty arrived at my doorstep today. It is in fantastic condition for being 101 years old. Purchased it from Legacy Collectibles, who rated it at 92-94% and all original and …

Oct 15, 2021 · Hi, Need to raise some money for a grouping I'm interested in. Looking for a value on this WWI era M1911. Based on the serial #, it would date to 1917. Some parts are later …