Colt 1911 .45 ACP (1918) – U.S. Military Marked Service Pistol from World War I
Own a true piece of American history with the Colt 1911 .45 ACP (1918) – U.S. Marked, an authentic World War I-era service pistol that defined the standard for semi-automatic handguns. Manufactured by Colt’s Patent Fire Arms Manufacturing Company in 1918, this original U.S. Government-issued sidearm remains one of the most collectible and historically significant firearms ever produced.
The Colt 1911 was adopted by the U.S. military in 1911 and served through two World Wars, Korea, Vietnam, and beyond. Chambered in the powerful .45 ACP, it provided unmatched stopping power and reliability on the battlefield. This 1918 model, bearing authentic “U.S. Property” and ordnance markings, stands as a tangible artifact of America’s military legacy.
Every surface of this pistol reflects the craftsmanship of early 20th-century Colt production — from the deep blued finish to the finely checkered walnut grips. Whether preserved in a collection or admired as a symbol of U.S. service heritage, the Colt 1911 .45 ACP (1918) remains a masterpiece of design, durability, and history.
Key Features
- Authentic 1918 production Colt 1911 U.S. Military sidearm
- Chambered in .45 ACP – the legendary American service caliber
- Original “U.S. Property” and “Model of 1911 U.S. Army” markings
- Early war-era blued steel finish with original roll stamps
- Checkered walnut grips with period-correct contour
- Single-action operation with 7-round magazine capacity
- Historic design by John M. Browning – the foundation of modern handguns
- Highly collectible firearm for historians, collectors, and patriots alike
- Specifications
- Manufacturer: Colt’s Patent Fire Arms Manufacturing Co.
- Model: 1911 U.S. Army
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Year of Manufacture: 1918
- Action: Single Action, Semi-Automatic
- Capacity: 7 Rounds
- Frame Material: Carbon Steel
- Finish: Original Blued
- Grips: Checkered Walnut
- Markings: “U.S. Property” / “Model of 1911 U.S. Army”
- Sights: Fixed Military Front and Rear
- Why Buy the Colt 1911 .45 ACP (1918) U.S. Marked from Quick Draw Gun
- At Quick Draw Gun, we take pride in preserving the firearms that built America’s reputation for precision, reliability, and courage. The Colt 1911 .45 ACP (1918) is a genuine U.S. military-issued pistol from World War I — a true collectible that bridges the past and present of American firearm innovation.
- Each example we offer is carefully inspected and authenticated, ensuring its markings, components, and finish maintain historical accuracy. Perfect for serious collectors, military historians, or anyone who values American craftsmanship, this Colt 1911 embodies the strength and heritage of those who carried it in defense of freedom.
- Now available at Quick Draw Gun – Your Trusted Source for Historical and Collectible Firearms in Missouri and Across the USA.
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