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Serial numbers beginning with A were manufactured "Beginning 1911".
To determine the year of manufacture for a Colt 1911 .45 based on its serial number, you'll need to reference Colt's serial number charts. The Colt 1911 was produced from 1911 onward, and the serial numbers were assigned sequentially. For example, serial numbers starting with "C" typically indicate a production year in the 1940s. For a precise year, consult a detailed Colt serial number lookup or Colt's records.
1911 model pistols , by all manufactures, used serial numbers to date the manufacture date of their pistols. therefore, to obtain the date of any 1911 pistol you have to furnish a serial number.
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Serial numbers that started w/23000 are dated form 1911-1912 . 1912 serial numbers start w/ 26000
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It made by Colt in 1913 for the US Navy. Note: 1911 manufacturers use serial numbers, not the name on the slide.
The Colt serial number 200946 was built in 1918. This Colt refers to a Model 1911 pistol, which was produced during World War I. The production of the Model 1911 began in 1911, and the serial numbers indicate the manufacturing year based on the sequence.
Depends. Who made your 1911? For a fee, Colt will research dates and original purchaser. But not all 1911s were made by Colt. PS- 1911 or 1911A1? Also you can check at proofhouse.com for list of dates by serial numbers.
what is the serial number for the 1911 ?????????
should not have 2 sets of serial numbers. the only serial number should be located on the right side of the frame just above trigger. there is no serial number on the slide unless someone put a number on the slide.....................