The sonofabitches had a Colt WW1 Repro on the shelves. I suppose it is fate that I acquire a Colt WW1 Repro at some time, although I was hoping to purchase mine used, (fat chance of that). I want a 1911, a real 1911, not a 1911A1 in my collection. For quite some time, I have been hoping to come across a M1911 for a decent price. The truth is, however, I want one I can shoot. Shooting a historical relic, while fun, does decrease the value, and it risks damage to the piece. Over the past year, I have seen two M1911s up for grabs. One was a refinished X serialed lunchbox special of dubious lineage for $1500. The other was a correct Colt M1911 with frontstrap wear for $2500. Frankly, both were too rich for my pockets. This Colt 1911 Repro is on the shelves for $1035, about a hundred more than I want to pay. Still, if I could work a few swaps.......You always lose money on swaps.........Maybe I'll put a couple of those .40S&W pistols up on consignment and place the Colt on layaway..........
The Gun Blast Report
Never shot one, but fondled one. And after reading the Gunblast.com review, it seems like it's hard to beat if you want an M1911 clone. I do wish they found a way to put in the original style extractor, of course. But then again, good old-fashioned spring steel is getting harder and harder to find in today's 1911s...
ReplyDeleteHow do you estimate the value of an original 1911? I have my father-in-law's, manufactured in 1917 according to the serial number. I'd say (and I'm not an appraiser nor do I play one on TV) that it's about 80%. The walnut diamond grips are worn with use, the slide has some pitting, but it still works beautifully with hardball. I'm curious as to what it's really worth.
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