Colt 1911 Series 70 vs 80

rballi

February 18, 2003 07:20

What is the functionality difference between a 70 & 80? Is it the firing pin safety only? Other than that, is there anything else that makes them more desireable/valuable?

Reason I ask, I have 5 Combat Commanders.

3 Satin Nickel 70's
1 Blue 70's
1 80's

I'm trying to 'thin the herd' but I'm torn as to which one or two to sell or trade off. The Series 80 is in the best condition.

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  Ampersand

  February 18, 2003 08:12

  I have owned both of these guns and the only difference I could see was the added firing pin safety. I have been told that these guns have a worse trigger pull because of the safety but I could not tell the difference.
  
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  Jgreen

  February 18, 2003 08:53

  Ampersand is right. There are those out there, however, that don't like the series 80. Everyone is entitled to their opinion, I guess. Series 80s tend to go for less $ than the 70s.

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  rballi

  February 19, 2003 04:49

  What do factory original grips for a Series 70 Satin Nickel look like?

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  Ampersand

  February 19, 2003 05:35

  As I recall mine came with uncheckered wood panels in a somewhat light color with a rough texture.
  
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