Need help with value of a Colt handgun
Hi everyone. New guy here. I've been doing a little reading here and can see there are some very knowledgeable people here. Please help me out. A few years ago I inherited a 1942 Colt M1911A1 .22 Cal. that is an Ace Service Model. Serial # is SM 36XX. I've done some research on it but haven't yet found anything showing value. It's in original condition with the original Walnut grips and a guy at work that collects/deals guns said he would call it 80-85%. I'd really like for someone to give me an idea of the value, other than this guy who wants to buy it.
Also have a a 1943 or 1944 Colt M1911A1 that started as a .45 ACP and has a .22 LR conversion kit on it. It's in 95% condition but with aftermarket grips. The right side is stamped with United States Property. I have the same question of value on this one.
Thanks!
Dan.`
Also have a a 1943 or 1944 Colt M1911A1 that started as a .45 ACP and has a .22 LR conversion kit on it. It's in 95% condition but with aftermarket grips. The right side is stamped with United States Property. I have the same question of value on this one.
Thanks!
Dan.`
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It would be best valuation wise, if you could post quality photos of the pistols.
Here are instructions for posting photos to the forum.
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Here they are. 3 of each. I can get whatever pics you need. 
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Unfortunately I don't agree with your guys assessment of 80-85% on the ACE, do to the obvious pitting. The other one with the conversion unit appears to have a refinished frame. Although it might be the lighting used to photograph it? Both of the above will have negative affect on value.
My WAG since the ACE is still a very valuable early blued version, even with the pitting. Probably $1000-$1500 to a collector who would have it professionally restored. If the other one is reblued? $300-$500. Things are really rough now economically for lots of folks. Guns that aren't in the best of condition aren't quick sellers. You might consider holding on to them for a couple of years until things turn around money wise.0 -
I was surprised he called it 80-85%, too.
How can I tell if the 2nd one has been refinished? What should I price it at, if it's the original finish? I have the original Colt Conversion Kit box with the parts to change it back to the .45 in it, but the slide is missing. I also have an original US Army Air Corp issued shoulder holster in good shape and an old box of .45 ACP shells from the Evansville Ordnance Plant, 48 remaining shells.
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quote:Originally posted by rekurv
I was surprised he called it 80-85%, too.
How can I tell if the 2nd one has been refinished? What should I price it at, if it's the original finish? I have the original Colt Conversion Kit box with the parts to change it back to the .45 in it, but the slide is missing. I also have an original US Army Air Corp issued shoulder holster in good shape and an old box of .45 ACP shells from the Evansville Ordnance Plant, 48 remaining shells.
Dan
The Military Colt 1911A1 pistols manufactured during the later years of WW II had a gray Parkerized finish. Your pistol doesn't appear to have this finish.
I can't tell from your photos if the Conversion Kit slide has been also refinished? This would have a substantial affect on it's value also.
With the box for the conversion it would bring descent money if they haven't been refinished. $600-$800 for the whole outfit with the spare parts holster and ammo. My 2?.0 -
I agree with Rufe Snow on pricing The conversion unit is an Early Post war from the rear sight that is on it and the frame on that gun HAS been refinished the Grips on that one look Plastic. 0 -
Thank you, gentlemen. You have been very helpful and I appreciate you giving me your time and sharing your knowledge. Thanks again!
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I'm back. This is a kit of mine that has .45 ACP parts in it and they are worn and obviously not refinished. The slide is missing. The guy that wants to buy the guns said this box has the original parts from the .45 frame and the parts that originally came in this box are the now on the .45 frame (the 2nd gun in the earlier pics). I'm not sure he's right. He says this box and parts are worth $150 at the most. Please help a little more. Thanks!
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Hello It is hard to tell what other parts beside the barrel is in the Box . IF the barrel is a Pre WW II barrel then it could in itself be worth MORE then $150.00 If a WW II barrel it still could be close to that and I would say The box alone is worth $50.00 and Up . 0 -
quote:Originally posted by perry shooter
Hello It is hard to tell what other parts beside the barrel is in the Box . IF the barrel is a Pre WW II barrel then it could in itself be worth MORE then $150.00 If a WW II barrel it still could be close to that and I would say The box alone is worth $50.00 and Up .
As above with perry.0
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