Colt M1911 Super 38

Added to our restoration gallery today is a Colt M1911 Super 38, manufactured in 1929, the first year of production. Super .38 pistols were first shown to the public at the August 1928 Camp Perry National Matches, and were available for purchase by the start of 1929. The .38 Super cartridge retains a loyal following to this day.

History Restored:

• Fabricate and fit period-correct early Super 38 front sight
• Polish frame, slide and parts to period-correct, high-polish finish
• Restore all original markings
• Re-cut hammer and mainspring housing knurling to original
• Charcoal blue frame, slide and parts
• Period-correct reproduction checkered grips, Colt pattern