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Colt 1911 w/ unusual grip

Wigglestick2002
I've got a 1911 serial # 448,xxx, so it was built in Sept./Oct. 1918, and it's got an unusual "Ivory" plastic grip. Is there anywhere I can find more information on it, and maybe get a value?It's probably 80% condition.

Also, my family used to shoot it until about 10 years ago and it seemed fine. I still keep it clean and oiled. Is it still okay to shoot it? It just came to my possession and I'd love to take it out, but won't if it'll damage it.
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  • BigBarn
    You don't mention what make your 1911 is, but that is the most likely place to start when looking for information. Most manufactures will send you Amy and all info on the guns you have, if you write to them and request it.
    As far as shooting your 1911, take it to a competent local gunsmith, and have it checked out before you shoot it, and that way, you know for sure that it is safe. Always better to be safe than sorry!

    BigBarn[:o)]

    "Respect the land, and it will respect you"
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  • nmyers
    I agree with BigBarn about getting it inspected before shooting it; if it passes, you can shoot it without worry, as that will have a negligible effect on the value. The value depends upon how original it is, alterations, & whether the finish has been redone; photos would be a big help.

    Replacement grips were made by a zillion companies; it originally had wood grips.

    Just about the only place with information about specific 1911's is the Springfield Research Service data base.

    Neal
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  • JudgeColt
    I guess one cannot be against caution, but the Government Model/1911 Colts are not fragile guns. These are forged, heat-treated, very strong guns. If it passes a visual inspection (no cracks in the chamber areas or link, etc.) and cycles correctly manually, it is most likely safe to shoot.

    In regard to information about the mentioned pistol, the web has lots of M1911 sites. The Clawson books are the "Bible" on the military pistols. If you want to verify each detail, they are the most reliable source. The small Collector's Guide has recently been reprinted and is available for about $30 to $40, while the scarce big volumes are worth about the same as this pistol.
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  • Wigglestick2002
    Thanks for the info. It is a Colt 45 1911.

    I'm not really interested in selling it I'm just curious. I'll also try to get info from Springfield, that sounds interesting.
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