Colt series 70 government model made in 2003

Basically, the 70 differed from the straight up government model i. Colt was thus inspired to introduce the next item in the retro line, a new mk ivseries 70 government model like those manufactured for the civilian market from 1971 until 1983. Figure 1 colt government model mkivseries 70 modelo. Colt is the original manufacturer of 1911 pattern pistols, having made. For more information on how these numbers are calculated, please visit the concealed carry factors information page. Shopping for colt auto pistol parts for your 1911, mustang, or woodsman. Colt model 1911a1 civilian pre series 70 factory nickel finished 45 a. The revolutionary lower receiver and bolt carrier design enable the upper receiver group to be easily swapped out for any colt milspec. Also picked up a model 01991 for a range gun couldnt resist the 100 years of service inscription on the slide. The colt series 70 is well made of the best materials. That became the standard commercial government model offered by colt till the series 80, which replaced it. The official colt frequently asked questions faq thread.

Since the markings of the gun arent always clear, m1911a1 is a catchall term. The series 80 pistols are generally more reliable than the series 70s. Every week on wednesday, i feature a gun from my collection. All the exterior edges, save one, are properly beveled or chamfered to remove the potential for cutting holster leather, or skin. I have a colt series 70 government model that still has the collet bushing.

Due to the recent increase in order volume, shipping on some items may be delayed up to 15 business days or longer. I just opened up the box and looked at the owners manual. Colt government model, mk iv series 70, so marked on slide and barrel. Up for your consideration is a nib talo edition colt mk iv series 70 wiley clapp edition in 45acp. Guns with the 70s serial number prefix were made between 1970 and 1976. Seeing what kind of interest there is in my colt combat government mk iv series 80. But first a history lesson on the colt government model m1911 series 70 versus the series 80, and the controversy surrounding the latter. Iv, series 70 was produced in 45 acp, 38 super, 9 mm and 9 mm styer for export. That does not make it a bad gun just not exactly an authentic 70 repro, and it cheapens the name and the best way to think of the repros is that they are simply the same as current 80type colt government models but without the firing pin safety system which was in fact not at all unique to the series 70 all 1911s were that way since the. I have a 1911 colt mkiv series 80 combat government. Colts entire line of 1911style pistols were switched to the new design in 1983, so they all bore the series 80 designation even the commander and officers acp models. M1911 pistol series internet movie firearms database.

Pistols made by hartford at the time had major components entirely machined from forgings. Colt government model preseries 70 1911 ammoland gun news. Between 1983 and 1988, government and gold cup models of series 80 guns contained series 70type barrels and bushings. This updated configuration is packed with ambidextrous features and includes a 15 mlok compatible rail system that will enable flexibility for every end user. This colt government model pistol was made in 1975 and has remained unfired in the box for the past 45 years.

Brownells is your source for colt 1911 rear sights at brownells parts and accessories. In 1983 colt made an even more drastic change to their 1911 line. The gun has a lot of rounds through it and as of last night when i stripped it for cleaning the bushing appears to be in good shape. The fit and the feel of this colt government is awesome. The series 70 handguns are differentiated from the series 80 models mostly by the fact the series 80 pistols incorporated a firing pin block. The legacy of the colt government model is well known. No box or docs, but appears to be fired very little. Colt 1911 mk ivseries 70 government model duration. What that means typically, is that the series 80 pistols have good, but not great triggers. Usa in one form or another, i have shot, customized, accessorized, reloaded for, and generally admired this one.

I know that the mkiv have a heavier slide but thats about it. Series 70 vs 80, the difference is more than you think. Numrich gun parts has a huge selection of colt auto pistol parts and schematics for you to choose from, and provides the experience and service that you can only find from a company that has served the shooting community since 1950. Best source night sights installed on colt mk iv series 70. The 2001 model introduced a new colts government model roll mark engraving. Colt series 70 government 1911 handgun shooters report. Well begin with a rather rare bird, a new colt mk iv series 70. It is a new example of the best fighting handgun of all timethe. Colts series 70 pistol features the series 70 firing system, making it a faithful reproduction and throwback to colt government models manufactured during the. I know its an off brand but i been looking for awhile, found a 70 series combat government unfired i had to pick up. Lets take a closer look at the colt series 70 and how it performs compared to other options out there. Series 70 colt collet barrel bushing reliability the.

Colt combat government series 80 northwest firearms. The 1991 series incorporates fullsized blued and stainless models in either. There were no investment castings, mim, or plastics. To be perfectly honest, i have no idea how tell the difference in series 70 from any other series. This pistol features the legendary series 70 firing system, making it a faithful reproduction to government models manufactured prior to world war ii. Ive noticed that colt stainless steel series 70 model o 1911s with the 100 year rollstamp are not only hard to find, but they seem to command a very hefty price tag when ya can find one. Government model and gold cup series 80 pistols used the series. While many combat commanders are manufactured, the combat government model was only made between 1981 and 1983. It uses the old model sights which i believe are built in the slide. The m1911, also known as the colt government or government, is a singleaction.

By hunter elliott on september 20, 2015 in gun talk i see a lot of use and misuse of the terms series 70 and series 80 when talking about government model and commander pistols so i thought i would lay it out for you all. In 1991 colt revamped their 1911 line by turning the basic government model into a valuepriced item. Took my 1992 enhanced bright st st gcnm out of the safe today. The series 70 colt government model pistols were introduced in the 1970s as an update to the aging m1911a1 pistols.

Colt 1911 70 series was another collectible i\\\ve always wanted. These pistols are a faithful reproduction of the colt government 1911 as. In 1983 the series 80 models were introduced with the new firing pin safety system, which guarded against an accidental discharge should a loaded pistol be dropped onto a hard surface. The handgun is indexed properly in the hand and has the feel of a government model at its best. The right side of the slide is marked, colt s government model, with the oneline address and serial number stamped below on the frame, and the left side of slide marked, colt mk iv series 70 government model 9mm luger caliber followed by the rampant colt.

Colt series 70 government model pistol specs, info. What the heck is there about this particular model that makes it so hard to find and expensive. This week were taking a break from travel and photography and concentrating on another of my varied areas of interest firearms. Iv series 70, which currently wears a set of cheap hi viz sights, the front is a mite loose, time for a change. Here is a colt mark iv series 70 government model that is absolutely stone. Colt pistols 1911 series 70 for sale guns international.

True to original specifications there was no firing pin safety in this one either, but even more significant was the fact that colt chose not to reintroduce the. This is a discussion on colt series 80 gold cup national match within the handguns forums, part of the gun forum category. With the series 80 pistols, colt made the change from forged internal parts to investment cast. Colt combat government, series 70 info this is a discussion on colt combat government, series 70 info within the handguns forums, part of the gun forum category. The 70 series differs from the 80 series model with 70 series short trigger has a much faster firing rate than the 80 series. Colt series 70 model o the firearms forum the buying. By 1928, colt had redesigned the government model to fire an.

Beautiful pistol 5 inch barrel, 7 shot capacity, novac sights, custom finger groove target grips, national match barrel in a polished blued finish. Items shipped from our own warehouse can be shipped much sooner than items shipped direct to you from one of our fulfillment suppliers. Colt model 1911a1 civilian pre series 70 in rare factory nickel finish. Colt 1911 gold cup mark iv series 70 national match. It is in absolutely factory new condition, there is no way to. The colt series 70 government model has earned the following ratings for concealability, firepower, and overall suitability for concealed carry by persons with a valid ccw permit.

Nickel finish, this example has been custom engraved with a dice design, 4 and 5 shown on the dice on both sides of the slide. Colt competition 1911 series 70 government model o1070ccs. The 19912001 model used a large m1991a1 roll mark engraved on the slide. Colts manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. This is the same pistol shown in our video heirloom series ep5. It has a 5 barrel, 7, 8, or 9 round magazine depending on the caliber and was available in nickel, blued or satin nickel finishes. The m1911, also known as the colt government or government, is a single action. A case could be made that the prewar commercial colts are more elegant and finely rendered, but surviving examples of these are expensive collector items, often commanding several thousand dollars in likenew condition. During that time colt made a small run of service model ace pistols 22s that continued from the last serial number of the last original production run. If you ask colt auto fans which series is their favorite, many will say the series 70. Very nice colt mk iv series 80 combat government model. Colt mk iv series 80 combat goverment, why is it combat. Enter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the database.

When i went looking for a new 1911 a few years back, i thought about getting a new series 70 but liked the feel of the enhanced features of the 01880 xse model just a little bit better. Colt government model preseries 70 1911 my favorite pistol. Series 70 colt 38 super government have my eye on a 1916 mfg 1911 so i am going to try to move my vgc series 70. Colt government model 45acp series 70 nickel, factory c engraved. If multiple models appear for your serial number simply match the date with the appropriate model, as certain vintage firearms can share serial numbers between different models. In 1988, colt got rid of the change to the barrel bushing, so the result is that this colt series 70 is essentially a modern reproduction of the first colt government model in military terms. Colt first series officers model target revolver produced in 1905. Here is a very rare limited production colt 1911 mk ivseries 70 government model that came out of the colt custom shop. The factory part number of this pistol is 01070a1csc. Out of concerns for product liability, all of colts 1911type pistols were redesigned internally.