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of the matching numbered slide has the standard two-line address and patent dates, while the right has the National Match, Colt, and .45 caliber markings. The right of the frame has the Government Model marking over the serial number and the trigger guard is marked with “P/VP” and “60” on the left and right respectively. The pistol shows about 50% coverage floral scroll engraving that was almost certainly executed by Wilbur Glahn, and the top and rear of the slide show the special ordered sandblasted, dull finish. The blued barrel has a polished chamber hood and is marked “COLT 45 AUTO MATCH” on the lower left and circled “M.B.” on the left of the lug. It is fitted with blade and notch sights, a pair of checkered walnut grips, and a two-tone magazine with “COLT/45 AUTO.” marked base. Includes
a correctly labeled factory box that appears to have been numbered to
a differed gun that has an additional “ENGRAVED.” label near the end, an extra magazine, a bore brush, and a couple copies of newspaper clippings pertaining to Emmet Jones.
CONDITION: Excellent, retains 98% plus of the original blue finish including on the special ordered, factory sandblasted areas with some extremely light edge wear, very light takedown mark, and crisp engraving overall. The grips also excellent with a minor blemish in the front bottom corner of the left panel and otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is fine with some light handling/storage wear. This is an exceptional example of a presentation Colt Government Model National Match pistol inscribed to one of the finest match shooters of the pre-war period! Estimate: 35,000 - 55,000
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