It comes in a plastic case with a single magazine. It has a great bore, not something you see on every 1911, intact grips and an arsenal applied parkerized finish. It made its way to the CMP where it was sold as a Service Grade, in issuable condition. This gun saw service, then a rebuild at Augusta arsenal, and then another rebuild at Anniston… This example remained in US inventory until at least 1985, when it was arsenal refurbished at the Anniston Army Depot. They gained a reputation as a reliable handgun with plenty of stopping power, and are held in high regard by those who have used them. Our Assessment: The 19-A1 pistols served the military of the United States from 1911 to 1985, through two World Wars and the Korean and Vietnam wars. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.īox, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a IM291 GI magazine in mint condition, chamber flag, pistol lock, field manual, cleaning rod and 2018 CMP paperwork. Mechanics: The action functions properly.

Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine condition for a Service Grade gun. The gun was likely never shot or even carried since the most recent refinish, making it a very high condition pistol. There is very little wear to this finish, seen only as a few instances of surface marking and surface rubbing. Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There is some fouling but no erosion in the bore. The grips rate in about Very Good overall condition and are consistent with a Service Grade gun.īore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. Outside of these marks, the checkering is pronounced and the color is attractive. The grips have some press wear and a few damaged checkers. Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered dark brown bakelite like material. The rear sight is a flat top, square notch sight set into a dovetail. Sights / Optics: The front sight is ramped and serrated low profile blade. The right side of the frame is marked “UNITED STATES PROPERTY / NO 1625184 / M 1911 A1 U.S. The left side of the slide is marked “ITHACA GUN CO., INC. Markings: The left side of the frame is marked “AA”, “GHP” & “P”. Year of Manufacture: 1944, Rebuilt 10/1975Īction Type: Single Action Semi-Auto Pistol, Detachable Magazine

Military 1911a1 markings