Colt Government Model 1911 .45 ACP Commercial Pistol – 1917 Production, Used

This Colt Government Model 1911 is a commercial-production .45 ACP pistol with serial number C92566. Published Colt Government Model serial-range references place the C75,000–C99,000 range in 1917, making this a WWI-era commercial Colt.

The pistol retains its classic full-size Government Model configuration and blued finish, with visible handling and finish wear consistent with age and use. It is fitted with aftermarket checkered grips and an adjustable rear sight, indicating modifications from an original collector configuration. These alterations, along with the visible finish wear, should be considered when evaluating collectible value.

Key Features

• Colt Government Model / 1911
• .45 ACP
• Commercial-production C-prefix frame
• Serial range indicates approximately 1917 manufacture
• Full-size Government Model configuration
• Blued steel finish
• Adjustable rear sight
• Aftermarket checkered grips
• Visible age-related finish wear and handling marks
• Historic WWI-era commercial Colt