Can anyone help me on which grips were being used on serial #716XXX?
Also a rough estimate of value would help as well.
The story is the pistol was a WWII bring back and has recently come out of the proverbial closet. As far as I can verify, all parts seem to be correct as far as the markings on them except the grips. They are stag horn and the story is that this guys whole squadron carried identical gripped 45"s.
The finish in my opinion looks to be between 90 and 95% blue (conservative estimate, it may be better) with the wear just right in all the right places. There is no pitting anywhere but the bore has a very slight frosting. Locking lugs on barrel and slide are virtually unworn. It is a truly righteous old piece. Any input on a Colt of this era would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
Doc
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