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LOT 649
Documented Israel Shipped John
Adams Jr. Signed Master Engraved
Colt Mk IV Series 70 Government
Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with
Factory Letter - Serial no. 70L18683, 9 mm para cal., 5 inch
round bbl., blue finish, smooth grips. The included factory letter
lists this pistol in 9mm with a 5 inch barrel, blue finish and grips
not listed when sold to Ziniuk & Michlin Ltd. in Haifa, Israel, and shipped to Israel Discount Bank Ltd. In Haifa, Israel, on February
19, 1980. The pistol was subsequently engraved by Master Engraver John Adams Jr. With full coverage floral scroll engraving on a punch dot background. The work is signed with Adams Jr.’s “intertwined
JA” initials under the right grip. Also included is an Adams & Adams Engravers letter confirming the caliber, barrel length, “D” coverage engraving, and finish when completed in December of 2019 as well as a hobbyist box.
CONDITION: Excellent as embellished by Master Engraver John Adams Jr., retaining 99% plus blue finish with limited handling marks and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 5,000 - 7,000
LOT 650
Exceptional Angelo Bee Double Signed,
Master Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Colt
Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol
with Patriotic Relief Carved Grips and Case -
Serial no. FG60142, 45 ACP cal., 5 inch round bbl., blue finish, carved grips. Manufactured in 1986 and subsequently transformed by World Renowned Master Engraver Angelo Bee. The slide and frame feature near full coverage floral scroll engraving on a punch dot background with gold inlaid border lines, as well as three animals on the slide. The slide is inlaid with a bighorn ram bust, a swooping screeching eagle in
a mountainous scene on top, and a bear bust on the right. The left side bust and top scene are both signed “A.BEE” for the Master Engraver as well as his signature bee. The pistol is fit with gold plated small parts and a set of beautifully carved patriotic grips with thirteen stars and an eagle and shield motif. Includes a glass top display case fit to the gun and a matching cleaning rod and screwdriver. Magazine absent.
CONDITION: Excellent as embellished by Master Engraver Angelo Bee, retaining 99% plus blue finish with limited handling marks and crisp engraving and grip carving. Mechanically excellent. Case and accessories are very fine.
Estimate: 5,000 - 7,500
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