Colt 1911 MK IV Series 70 .45 ACP Government Model Semi Automatic Pistol & Box

SOLD FOR: $1,650
Make: 
Colt
Model: 1911 MK IV Series 70 Government Model
Serial Number: 70B04870
Year of Manufacture: 1970-1976
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic with Removable Magazine
Markings: The right side of the slide is marked “Colt’s Government Model”. The right side of the frame is marked “Colt’s Pt. F. A. Mfg. Co. Hartford Conn. U.S.A. / 70B04870”. The left side of the slide is marked “Colt’s MK IV/Series 70 / Government Model / .45 Automatic Caliber”. The left side of the trigger guard bow is marked with a “B” and the Verified Proof. The exposed part of the barrel is marked “Colt .45 Auto / MK. IV/ Series ‘70”. The magazine butt is marked “COLT / 45 AUTO” with an “M” and the Rampant Colt logo.
Barrel Length: 5”
Sights / Optics: The gun is mounted with a fixed front blade and a dovetail set rear notch.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered with gold colored Colt medallions. There is some marring of the bottom edge which could have been from the factory. The checkering is sharp. The grips rate in about Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: All Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. There are only the lightest handling marks on this pistol and a bit of thinning on the barrel. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes in its original cardboard box with foam insert and manual. The exterior of the box has been printed to give it a wooden appearance. The box also has the correct end label. Inside the box are the two piece foam insert and the manual. The manual and foam are both in Fine condition. One magazine in Fine condition is included.
Our Assessment: The Colt 1911 is the best gun ever made. The gun has been presented to presidents, worn by CMH recipients and Generals and is used to this day in competition. There has never been a more effective or reliable platform built for a semi-auto pistol, explaining why the pistol is issued to this day, more than 100 years after invention. The series 70’s are probably the most highly regarded of all the 1911’s, and this one is sharp. If you own a 1911, there is a good chance that this one is in better condition. If you don’t own a 1911, now is your chance to own one of the cleanest In box Colt 1911’s on the market.

Colt 1911 MK IV Series 70 .45 ACP Government Model Semi Automatic Pistol & Box
Colt 1911 MK IV Series 70 .45 ACP Government Model Semi Automatic Pistol & Box