SCARCE! NEW CONDITION! 2nd Edition, Illustrated. Color hardcover. Clawson Publications, Fort Wayne, IN (2005)
Tall octavo, 230 pages, profusely illustrated with photographs, appendices, index. Color pictorial hardcovers, no DJ as issued. A must-have book for every Colt pistol collector. It describes the evolution of the Government Model by listing design changes that were made from its inception in 1912 until 1970. The information in this book combines both historical and technical data that is useful in pistol evaluation. There are plenty of photos and diagrams that illustrate proper parts, markings, finishes and magazines. Different variations such as National Match, Ace.22s, .38 Super and foreign copies are included. The serial number reference at the rear of the text is very helpful. If you are even thinking about being a Colt pistol collector, this book will be helpful in the education that could prevent expensive mistakes. The book is in NEW, unopened, unread and perfect condition. Just this ONE COPY! You'll LOVE this book--Order it today!
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Destination, rates & speedsSeller: John Simmer Gun Books +, New Westminster, BC, Canada
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. 230 pages. Fine condition. A study of Colt's Government Model and other commercial pistols produced in the model "O" series, those pistols built on the Model 1911 size receivers. These include the military models of the 1911 and 1911A, Government and National Match, Super 38 and Super Match 38, Ace and Service Model Ace, and Commander models. Time has proven that the Model 1911 and its commercial counterpart are the most famous handguns in U.S. history. These pistols are also the most successful firearms in Colt's history. Seller Inventory # 021783
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