Colt U.S. Army Model 1917 Revolver

COLT U.S. ARMY MODEL 1917 REVOLVER Manufacturer: Colt's Patent Firearms Mfg. Co. Model: U.S. Army Model 1917 Caliber: .45 ACP / .45 Auto Rim Action: Double Action Revolver Barrel Length: Original Long Barrel Configuration Military Markings: "U.S. Property" Marked Historic World War I U.S. Military Revolver Offered is an authentic Colt U.S. Army Model 1917 revolver, chambered in .45 ACP / .45 Auto Rim, and manufactured during the height of World War I military production. Serial number 214921 places production approximately in 1918, during wartime Colt military revolver manufacture for the United States Army. The Colt Model 1917 was developed to supplement production of the M1911 pistol during World War I and remains one of the most important American military revolvers ever produced. This revolver retains several highly desirable original military features including: Original "U.S. Property" markings Matching military butt markings Correct military lanyard ring Original long barrel configuration Proper .45 ACP cylinder for half-moon clips Original period grips Unlike many surviving examples that were later arsenal refinished or modified following military service, this revolver remains an honest and original military example retaining strong collector integrity. Condition Summary This revolver is in good to very good military collectible condition. Metal: Finish shows honest military wear and natural age patina with approximately 60% original finish remaining Frame & Markings: Military markings remain visible and correct throughout Grips: Original period-correct grips remain intact with expected handling wear Bore: Appears serviceable and consistent with a maintained military revolver Mechanical: Revolver appears mechanically functional with proper action operation Overall: Very desirable original-condition WWI military Colt Importantly, the revolver does not appear heavily buffed or excessively refinished, preserving much of its original military character and collector appeal. Historical Significance The Colt Model 1917 occupies an important place in U.S. military firearms history. As demand for sidearms surged during World War I, Colt and Smith & Wesson were contracted to produce large-frame revolvers chambered for the standard U.S. military .45 ACP cartridge, utilizing half-moon clips for extraction and loading. These revolvers saw military service through: World War I Interwar service World War II Various secondary military and law enforcement roles Original unaltered examples continue to become increasingly difficult to locate. Notable Highlights 1918 WWI-era Colt production U.S. Army military revolver .45 ACP / .45 Auto Rim chambering Original "U.S. Property" markings Correct lanyard ring Proper half-moon clip cylinder Honest original military condition Strong historical and collector appeal Collector Insight Collectors strongly favor original-condition Colt 1917 revolvers because many examples were later: Arsenal refinished Commercially modified Heavily polished Altered after military service This revolver's honest finish wear, original military features, and lack of heavy restoration significantly enhance its desirability among serious military firearms collectors. Use & Appeal Ideal for: World War I collections U.S. military firearm collections Colt military revolver collections Historic Americana displays Investment-grade military firearms collections Estimated Auction Hammer Range $1,600 - $2,400 S/N: 214921