ZBill
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I am researching a Colt 1911 SN 308,XXX which is pre-Black Army in most accounts. I have studied the Clauson book and can't really determine what finish is correct. The frame is worn with a thin finish with light browns and mustard color showing through, but blue under the grips and the possibly non-original to the frame 1911 slide which is a flat blue color which matches the under the grip slide bluing. But the wear pattern difference between the slide and frame argue non-original to each other. What would the original finish and surface preparation look like for a pistol of this SN?
Any information is appreciated. Thank you, Bill
Any information is appreciated. Thank you, Bill