^Lot 147 Colt Pre-War Gov't Model Semi-Auto Pistol

Colt Pre-War Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol, #C184134, .45 ACP cal., 5'' barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut grips, with one correct two-tone commercial magazine marked on base plate, ''Colt/45 Auto''. Mfg'd 1937. Condition is near excellent retaining approx. 90% original blue, with highpoint wear, scratches beneath slide stop from reassembly, thinning to front strap of which approx. 30% blue remains. Original grips show thinning to checks and some bruises to left panel. Action is crisp, bore is fine. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (C&R/PPT)