Colt series 70 government model made in 2003

The handgun is indexed properly in the hand and has the feel of a government model at its best. Series 70 vs 80, the difference is more than you think. 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. This colt government model pistol was made in 1975 and has remained unfired in the box for the past 45 years. Colt government model preseries 70 1911 ammoland gun news. Colts series 70 pistol features the series 70 firing system, making it a faithful reproduction and throwback to colt government models manufactured during the. 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. 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. A look at the colt series 70 pistol the shooters log. This pistol features the legendary series 70 firing system, making it a faithful reproduction to government models manufactured prior to world war ii. Colt series 70 government 1911 handgun shooters report. Colt model 1911a1 civilian pre series 70 in rare factory nickel finish. Colt first series officers model target revolver produced in 1905.

What the heck is there about this particular model that makes it so hard to find and expensive. Also picked up a model 01991 for a range gun couldnt resist the 100 years of service inscription on the slide. The 19912001 model used a large m1991a1 roll mark engraved on the slide. Out of concerns for product liability, all of colts 1911type pistols were redesigned internally. I just opened up the box and looked at the owners manual. Series 70 colt collet barrel bushing reliability the. What that means typically, is that the series 80 pistols have good, but not great triggers. The series 70 handguns are differentiated from the series 80 models mostly by the fact the series 80 pistols incorporated a firing pin block. Here is a very rare limited production colt 1911 mk ivseries 70 government model that came out of the colt custom shop. Lets take a closer look at the colt series 70 and how it performs compared to other options out there. To be perfectly honest, i have no idea how tell the difference in series 70 from any other series. Colt is the original manufacturer of 1911 pattern pistols, having made. 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.

This is a discussion on colt series 80 gold cup national match within the handguns forums, part of the gun forum category. The legacy of the colt government model is well known. This week were taking a break from travel and photography and concentrating on another of my varied areas of interest firearms. 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. Seeing what kind of interest there is in my colt combat government mk iv series 80.

Colt series 70 model o the firearms forum the buying. The official colt frequently asked questions faq thread. Took my 1992 enhanced bright st st gcnm out of the safe today. Ive not shot it, only field stripped, cleaned and oiled it, and put in fulllength guide rod to take away the rattle. This updated configuration is packed with ambidextrous features and includes a 15 mlok compatible rail system that will enable flexibility for every end user. Colt pistols 1911 series 70 for sale guns international. These pistols are a faithful reproduction of the colt government 1911 as. The factory part number of this pistol is 01070a1csc.

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. The 1991 series incorporates fullsized blued and stainless models in either. 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. The 70 series differs from the 80 series model with 70 series short trigger has a much faster firing rate than the 80 series. The colt series 70 is well made of the best materials. Items shipped from our own warehouse can be shipped much sooner than items shipped direct to you from one of our fulfillment suppliers. It uses the old model sights which i believe are built in the slide. Those were the good old days when guns werent so evil that ordinary department and hardware stores couldnt sell them. But first a history lesson on the colt government model m1911 series 70 versus the series 80, and the controversy surrounding the latter. Colt model of 1911 was adopted as the standard sidearm. I know its an off brand but i been looking for awhile, found a 70 series combat government unfired i had to pick up. 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. Government model and gold cup series 80 pistols used the series.

Colts manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. 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. Between 1983 and 1988, government and gold cup models of series 80 guns contained series 70type barrels and bushings. Enter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the database. The fit and the feel of this colt government is awesome.

If you ask colt auto fans which series is their favorite, many will say the series 70. M1911 pistol series internet movie firearms database. Every week on wednesday, i feature a gun from my collection. 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 1983 colt made an even more drastic change to their 1911 line. 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. 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. Very nice colt mk iv series 80 combat government model. Colt model 1911a1 civilian pre series 70 factory nickel finished 45 a.

Colt government model 45acp series 70 nickel, factory c engraved. Usa in one form or another, i have shot, customized, accessorized, reloaded for, and generally admired this one. Figure 1 colt government model mkivseries 70 modelo. Last week i traded for a new colt government model.

Colt mk iv series 80 combat goverment, why is it combat. The series 70 colt government model pistols were introduced in the 1970s as an update to the aging m1911a1 pistols. Colt government model, mk iv series 70, so marked on slide and barrel. Beautiful pistol 5 inch barrel, 7 shot capacity, novac sights, custom finger groove target grips, national match barrel in a polished blued finish. I have a 1911 colt mkiv series 80 combat government. For more information on how these numbers are calculated, please visit the concealed carry factors information page.

That became the standard commercial government model offered by colt till the series 80, which replaced it. The m1911, also known as the colt government or government, is a singleaction. 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. I know that the mkiv have a heavier slide but thats about it. Best source night sights installed on colt mk iv series 70. Guns with the 70s serial number prefix were made between 1970 and 1976. 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. Since the markings of the gun arent always clear, m1911a1 is a catchall term.

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. Folks, i want a set of night sites installed on my colt. There were no investment castings, mim, or plastics. Due to the recent increase in order volume, shipping on some items may be delayed up to 15 business days or longer. In 1991 colt revamped their 1911 line by turning the basic government model into a valuepriced item. Here is a colt mark iv series 70 government model that is absolutely stone. I have a colt series 70 government model that still has the collet bushing. Pistols made by hartford at the time had major components entirely machined from forgings. Well begin with a rather rare bird, a new colt mk iv series 70. Colt 1911 70 series was another collectible i\\\ve always wanted. Colt competition 1911 series 70 government model o1070ccs. Shopping for colt auto pistol parts for your 1911, mustang, or woodsman. No box or docs, but appears to be fired very little.

Basically, the 70 differed from the straight up government model i. While many combat commanders are manufactured, the combat government model was only made between 1981 and 1983. 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. It is in absolutely factory new condition, there is no way to. This is the same pistol shown in our video heirloom series ep5. Iv series 70, which currently wears a set of cheap hi viz sights, the front is a mite loose, time for a change. Colt series 70 government model pistol specs, info. 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 series 80 pistols are generally more reliable than the series 70s.

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. 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 combat government series 80 northwest firearms. The 2001 model introduced a new colts government model roll mark engraving. So many 1911a1 pistols were produced during the war that the government. Colt 1911 gold cup mark iv series 70 national match.

It is a new example of the best fighting handgun of all timethe. 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. Brownells is your source for colt 1911 rear sights at brownells parts and accessories. Colt government model preseries 70 1911 my favorite pistol. You can see all the previous gun of the week posts here. All the exterior edges, save one, are properly beveled or chamfered to remove the potential for cutting holster leather, or skin. Colt 1911 mk ivseries 70 government model duration. With the series 80 pistols, colt made the change from forged internal parts to investment cast. Up for your consideration is a nib talo edition colt mk iv series 70 wiley clapp edition in 45acp. The revolutionary lower receiver and bolt carrier design enable the upper receiver group to be easily swapped out for any colt milspec. Iv, series 70 was produced in 45 acp, 38 super, 9 mm and 9 mm styer for export.