The hammer remains in the fully cocked position once the safety is activated (“cocked and locked”). This design is referred to as “single action only.” The thumb safety may only be activated once the pistol is cocked. 45 caliber semi-automatic pistol is a recoil-operated hand weapon and is magazine-fed, firing one round each time the trigger is squeezed once the hammer is cocked by prior action of the slide or thumb. It has a rich military heritage, was very reliable, and the weapon of choice for use in close combat. 45 caliber pistol was the standard personal defense weapon carried by officers and NCO’s of all US military services during World War I, World War II, Korea and Viet Nam.
#1943 remington rand 1911a1 value serial number
The serial number is 829155 which places it as being manufactured in 1943 under direct government contract. The magazine is NOT WW2 era but is original military issue. It retails 90%+ original finish and the grips are near perfect, as is the mechanical action. This exceptional WW2 era COLT Model 1911 semi automatic pistol (called the M1911A1 by WWII) was the workhorse for the US military before, during WW2 and well beyond. It is recommended, before firing, that you have the weapon checked out by a gunsmith. Any weapon over 10 years of age is NOT warranted safe to fire even though the mechanical action is flawless. NOTE: Federal Firearms or Federal Curio and Relic license required for purchase and transfer (unless local and you have a valid permit).