Colt 1924 Transition Model

Colt Transition Model 7008xx
1924 Production

Here is a 1924 Transition Model with the early single-circled WTG stamp. Initially labeled the "Improved Model of 1911", the pistols were not designated M1911A1's until 3 years later in a retroactive nomenclature change. Distinguishing features which first appeared in Transitions became common to the M1911A1 (ref. Clawson): Finger relief cuts behind trigger Shortened trigger Curved mainspring housing Widened, non-tapered front site Extened grip safety tang CLICK on link of interest and picture will open in a separate browser window.

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