Two years ago I bought a USGI Model 1911 from Cabela's for a great price. It had been arsenal rebuilt and has a nice matching parkerized finish. It has a WWII 1911A1 Remington Rand slide and a Colt 1911 frame that dates to 1918. Not surprising, to the Army parts are parts. Here are my questions
1. is it properly a 1911 or 1911A1?
2. Is it properly described as a Colt? That's what I would call it based on the serial number on the frame.
Yes, it's a mixmaster/parts gun and it isn't a true collectible. But it is a nice example of an arsenal rebuild in great shape. I also don't mind shooting it.
Thanks,
Dave