I know that colt for a while had some quality issues does this pistols fall into that area. Developed in the year 1991, the colt 1991 resembles the original m1911 closely, which was used in the wwi. Ive not shot it, only field stripped, cleaned and oiled it, and put in fulllength guide rod to take away the rattle. Meprolight colt trudot night sight for 1911 government. Colt 1911 government model 45 acp pistol barrel, 1950s60s. Something i have not seen there in a couple of years. Many a keystroke has been dedicated to the differences between the colt series 70 and series 80 pistols. Read 1911 reliability secrets at the top of the forum. The colt 1991 makes use of the series 80 firing mechanism, beavertail grip, spur hammer and a solid trigger. Oct 01, 2018 the colt series 80 government is the quintessential basic model 1911. This handgun shows an excellent bore with a like new finish. In about 1924, significant changes began to be introduced to government issued gi and commercial 1911 pistols, and today some are still made. The polished blue was changed to an allmatte parkerized later blue finish, checkered rubber grip panels were used, and the serial number sequence was made similar to us military m1911a1 pistols.
In fact, colts competition series of guns dont have the series 80 firing system but their government model formerly called the 1991 do, so that. It was widely used in world war i, world war ii, the korean war, and the vietnam war. The springfield is a very good 1911 but the colt seems to be a better deal. Short steel trigger, no firing pin block like the series 80s, arched steel mainspring housing, nonflared mag well, nonlowered ejection port. The series 80 iswas the term used to refer to a number of modifications made to the firing mechanism of the colt 1911 pistol.
Colt government model preseries 70 1911 my favorite pistol. Great looking pistol, functions flawless, and is dead on accurate. The colt government model 1911 is referred to by many as the worlds greatest handgun. This model instituted a big change to the 1911 design. The serial number ends with an e which i always thought was related to the enhanced model. Overall this is an excellent example of a mk iv in 9x23mm.
If you have a series 70, prewwii or government model 1911 and youre worried about it being dropsafe, get one of the lowmass firing pins and appropriate spring for it, slip these into your slide and keep the original ones. And some guys dont like a pistol that cant be fired if it has a magazine disconnect. How does a combat government differ from a government model. The colt 1911 semiautomatic pistol was created by the legendary gun maker john browning and the gun was adopted by the u. O1991 the colt government are direct 3rd and 4th generation descendants of the often imitated but never duplicated colt m1911 classic automatic pistol. What is the value of a colt mkiv series 80, government model.
Safety features of the colt model 1911 series 80 presented by. The series 80 1911 added four parts to the series 70, and that is what some folks complain about, adding four unnecessary according to some parts. Its the enhanced model, which gets you a few extras like the drop in style beavertail safety, the commander style hammer and a lowered and flared ejection port. I have a colt 45 auto mk iv series 80 government model. First was the addition of a triggeractuated firing pin block. Colt pistols 1911 series 80 for sale guns international. The colt model 1911 series 80 handgun has three important safety features. Jan 12, 2016 an easytoaccess, extended thumb safety rests on the left side of the frame, and the pistol also includes a series 80 firing pin safety. In 1983 colt introduced its mk iv series 80 models, which had an additional passive firing pin safety lock that did not allow the pistol to fire if the. This firing pin blocking mechanism on the series 80 colts differentiates the series 80 colts from the true m1911a1 pistols. The main modifications in the new model were a slightly heavier slide and a slotted collet barrel bushing.
On consignment we have a colt government model 1911 mk iv series 80 in. What is the current value of colt 45 1911 government model. The most widely produced, copied, used, talked about, written about and debated handgun in the world. This particular one just happens to be beautiful as well. Jul 29, 2010 the colt model 1911 series 80 handgun has three important safety features. True to original specifications there was no firing pin safety in this one either, but even more significant was the fact that colt chose not to reintroduce the. Colt was thus inspired to introduce the next item in the retro line, a new mk ivseries 70 government model like those manufactured for the civilian market from 1971 until 1983.
These arent old spot heat treated gi pistols that stood up to countless thousands of rounds of standard pressure rounds. Colt series 80 government 1911addicts the premiere 1911. Jan 08, 2010 in 1991 colt decided to market an economy version of their basic series 80 government model. Comes with 2 mags, lock, case, manual, and chamber flag. Up for sale today we have a real classic american pistol. Colt introduced this model in 1970 as a newer version of the model 1911a1. From the battlefields of normandy, to the jungles of vietnam, this combat pr.
The m1911, also known as the colt government or government, is a singleaction, semiautomatic, magazinefed, recoiloperated pistol chambered for the. Colt competition 1911 series 70 government model semi auto pistol. Colt 1911 government series 80 45acp pistol, slide barrel. Aug 21, 2018 in the 1970s, the mk iv series 70 government model superseded the standard government model. Theres just something about a colt government 1911. Should you buy or modify a series 80 or series 70 1911. What were the differences between the series 70 vs series 80. Over many years, the evolution of the 1911 pistol has seen a number of transformations. The 1991 enables the shooters to own a traditional 1911 pistol that has been upgraded with some modernday features. These updates were added in 1983 and were dubbed the series 80 since the previous revision to the base model gun was similarly dubbed the series 70. The m1911, also known as the colt government or government, is a single action.
Round count is north of 800, and it has some handling and other blems from carry, etc. Colt series 708090 firearms talk the community for. Colt pistols 1911 series 70 for sale guns international. Colt was thus inspired to introduce the next item in the retro line, a new mk iv series 70 government model like those manufactured for the civilian market from 1971 until 1983. Colt series 70 government 1911 handgun shooters report.
More places for dirt to accumulate, grease to impinge operation, parts to go wrong, general malfunctions and stoppages to occur, and parts to break or affect reliability. Colt 1911 mk iv series 80 government model 45 acp in stainless steel. In 1991 colt decided to market an economy version of their basic series 80 government model. In 1991 colt revamped their 1911 line by turning the basic government model into a valuepriced item. Should you buy or modify a series 80 or series 70 1911 pistol. The collet bushing was replaced with the solid bushing and the phase out was completed around 1988. Back in 1991 colt decided to market an economy version of their basic series 80 government model.
Very fine gun with good finish on metal, rating at 95%. Colt government model preseries 70 1911 ammoland gun news. They were designated colts commander model the term combat commander did not come into being until the 1970s, when colt produced a steel framed model. Just looked in the current colt 80 series pistol manual they sent the 80 series manual with my non80 series wiley clapp commander. I need a value for a mk iv series 80 enhanced pistol in 90% form, and if you have a pic of it that would be sweet too. Colt\s ccu government model 45acp, 5\,anodizedblack 9 rou. Most likely, the series 80 wont need any work except for a couple of spring changes and a couple of good mags. A hybrid of the m1911a1 military model redesigned to use the slide of the mk. Similar to the transfer bar safety common to doubleaction revolvers.
The term commander came about in late 1949early 1950 and all had an alloy aluminum frame. Colt series 70 vs series 80 combat government 1911forum. Colt series 80 government discussion in general 1911 talk started by poboy55, jun 1, 20. As again, the series 70 is the designator for a full size government model 1911 made by colt only. Please contact us with any questions, or for purchase options. Colt in the early 1970s introduced a new variation of the 1911a1 pistol called the series 70 model, which.
Some guys inherently dont like the firing pin safety on a series 80 because 1911s didnt used to have. Colt 1911 government series 80 45acp pistol, slide barrel and. Shop for colt model 1911 government series 80 parts with numrich gun parts. The biggest change in the series 80 is the firing pin block. Let us know when you make your purchase and dont forget a range report.
I think its the best raw material for customization out there, at least if you want a gun and not just parts. The polished blue was changed to an allmatte parkerized later matte blue finish, checkered rubber grip panels were used, and the serial number sequence was a resumption of the ones originally given to us military m1911a1 pistols. Modelconfiguration model government model mark ivseries 80 singleaction pistol. This is a colt series 80 government model 1911 m1991a1. Was at my local gun store and saw a new colt 1911 80 series government model. The series 80 changes were mostly a solution in search of a problem. This system featured an arrangement of internal levers and a plunger designed to ensure the firing pin was blocked until the trigger was pulled.
In 1983 the series 80 models were introduced with the new firing pin safety system, which guarded against an accidental discharge should a loaded pistol be dropped onto a hard surface. This is an early commercial with all of the strictly 1911 features. The colt series 80 government is the quintessential basic model 1911. Both safety features that many can safely operate the firearm without. The legacy of the colt government model is well known. Brand new in hard case available for purchase at our online store the stainless. The m1911 and m1911a1 pistols do not have this device.
Colt 1911 mk iv series 80 government model for sale. Colt gold cup enhanced series 80 smith and wesson forums. Safety features of the colt model 1911 series 80 presented. Overall this is an excellent example of a mk iv in 9mm. Watch along as larry potterfield, founder and ceo of midwayusa, examines each of these safety features using a selection. What is the value of a colt 1911 mk iv series 80 government model nickel plated 45. Feb 19, 2014 seeing what kind of interest there is in my colt combat government mk iv series 80.
It served as the standardissue sidearm for the united states armed forces from 1911 to 1986. The 1911 has come a long way since colts original 1911 government model. Over a century has gone by and the same gun is still being used by the u. In 1991 colt revamped their 1911 line by turning the basic government model into a. The new colt competition pistol weighs 36 ounces empty. Military and has gone on to become a firm favorite with law and security enforcement officers and citizens.
Colt competition 1911 series 70 government model s. Colt government model 1911 series 80 in stainless 38 super. Colt mk iv series 80 government model 1911 chambered in 9x23mm winchester. Some guys inherently dont like the firing pin safety on a series 80 because 1911 s didnt used to have this. The purpose of the firing pin block is to prevent the firing pin. The firing pin block is a pain in the ass to put back in but mine has been uber reliable. Depends on the condition, upgrades and your location, it could go from 750 to 900. Usa in one form or another, i have shot, customized, accessorized, reloaded for, and generally admired this one. This is a colt 80 series that followed the m1991a1 as the 1991 series colt.
The colt series 80, introduced in 1983, was formally known as the colt mk iv series 80 line of pistols. In effect, the return to the preseries 80 system at colt is a return to the series 70 style guns and earlier m1911a1s. Jan 10, 2019 many a keystroke has been dedicated to the differences between the colt series 70 and series 80 pistols. An easytoaccess, extended thumb safety rests on the left side of the frame, and the pistol also includes a series 80 firing pin safety. The major changes were a slightly heavier slide and a slotted collet barrel bushing. They did this by dropping the practice of polishing the. Colt model 02091 or o2091 stainless govt model, 1911, series 80, in 38 super. In 1983 colt introduced its mk iv series 80 models, which had an additional passive firing pin safety lock that did not allow the pistol to fire. Customized series 80 model with 2tone finish, bomar sights, ambi safety and checkered grip frame and trigger guard. In the interest of covering the basics, this government is a true spec series 70. In 1983, colt released a new 1911 design dubbed the series 80 also named for the decade during which it was released with a few design changes.
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