Limited Edition
USMC America Remembers M1911A1 45acp
American Historical Foundation
Description:
Make: Auto-Ordnance
Model: M1911A1, American Historical Foundation United States Marine Corps Limited Edition
Serial#: USMC0992
Year of Manufacture: ca. 1990s
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Single-Action Semi-Automatic Pistol fed by Detachable Magazines
Barrel Length: 5”
Sights/ Optics: The front sight is serrated blade fixed to the slide. The rear sight is a square notch dovetailed to the rear of the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition/ Grip: The grips are two-piece smooth walnut with Eagle, Globe and Anchor USMC medallions. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Polished Blue and 24k Gold
Finish Originality: Original to AHF Limited Edition
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: The pistol retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box Paperwork and Accessories: The pistol comes with an American Historical Foundation presentation case with a red lanyard and a single magazine.
Our Assessment: Made to commemorate the United States Marine Corps, this Auto-Ordnance M1911A1 is decorated with gold trim, smooth walnut grips with Eagle, Globe and Anchor medallions, the USMC birthday, 10 November 1775 and their motto “Semper Fidelis”. With their colors, scarlet and gold, on the presentation case and lanyard, this is a wonderful tribute to our Marines and would make a wonderful display in any Devil Dog’s collection.
