Enter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the database. If multiple models appear for your serial number simply match the date with the appropriate model, as certain vintage firearms can share serial numbers between different models. Serial Number: 2142-MR; Shipment Type: Commercial; Year: 1961; This Colt Gold Cup National Match.38 Special Mid-Range was shipped to Robert M. Goodwan of Franklin, Massachusetts on March 27th, 1961 in a 2 gun shipment. The finish is listed as Royal Blue, 5' barrel and chambered in.38 Special Mid-Range. Apr 15, 2012 According to the serial number, your Colt National Match was made in the first part of 1964. The Colt Gold Cup National Math (pre-Series 70) - This model is chambered for the.45 ACP, features the flat mainspring housing of the 1911, and has a match-grade barrel and bushing. The parts were hand fitted, and the slide has an enlarged ejection port.
The last Gold Cup National Match.38 Special Mid Range pistol shipped by Colt. Serial# 9409-MR shipped on March 3rd, 1974.First variation barrel hood marking. This barrel came with a conical recoil spring plug with a matched mated surface on the barrel bushing. Colt Semi -Automatic Pistols top. Ace.22 Ace Service.22 Challenger, Huntsman & Targetsman.22 Combat Commander Gold Cup N.M.38 Gold Cup N.M.45 Junior Colt.22 Junior Colt.25 Junior Colt.22,.25 & Colt Auto Cal.25 from 1970 Kit.38 Special (.38 Special Caliber) Kit.38 Special (.45 ACP) Kit Conversion.45 -.22 Kit Conversion.22 -.45.
SOLD FOR: $1855
LSB#: 210113SH02
Make: Colt
Model: Series ’70 MK IV Gold Cup National Match, O5870A1
Serial Number: 71N07126
Year of Manufacture: 2015-2020, ATF C&R (https://www.atf.gov/firearms/docs/undefined/curios-and-relics-list-2018/download)
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Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Pistol fed by Detachable Magazine
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Markings: The right side of the slide is marked ”GOLD CUP / NATIONAL MATCH” and with an engraving of a trophy cup. The left side of the slide is marked “SERIES ’70 COLT MK IV / GOLD CUP NATIONAL MATCH” with the rampant Colt logo. The right side of the frame is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A. / 71N07126”. The barrel is marked “-COLT 45 AUTO N.M.-“. The left side of the trigger guard is marked “A” and “VP” in triangle.
Barrel Length: 5”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade dovetailed to the full-length rib on the top of the slide with the rear face painted white. The rear sight is a Colt-branded Bo-Mar-style square notch sight adjustable for windage and elevation dovetailed to the slide. The top of the rib is serrated and the top of the slide is matte finished for glare reduction.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered wood panels with Colt medallions and smooth diamonds around the grip screws. There is no notable wear or damage to the grips, only light handling marks. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall the grips are in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. The action shows minor operational wear. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The slide to frame fit has only a little play. While marked and marketed as a Series ’70, this pistol has a standard bushing, not a collet style bushing. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, it may need a thorough cleaning to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes in a blue plastic Colt box with serial-matching label, an assortment of factory paperwork including manual, Colt branded bushing wrench, cable lock and a total of two 8-round magazines, all in Excellent condition.
Our Assessment: Introduced as an off-the-shelf target pistol, Colt’s Gold Cup National Match 1911s have been a benchmark standard of quality for decades. There have been some variations since their introduction in the late ’50s, the Series ’70 introduced a collet barrel bushing, series ’80 a firing pin safety, and newer models offered various combinations of features, grips and sights. This is one of the Series ’70 reintroduction Gold Cup National Match pistols. The reintroduction was made without the series ’80 firing pin safety, but has a standard bushing rather than the original collet-style bushing. This example is in Excellent condition showing minimal signs of handling or use. Whether you’re looking for a great 1911-style target pistol or want to add a Gold Cup National Match to your collection, this is a great pistol to add to any safe in America. Please see our photos and good luck!
LSB#: 130533BL45
Make: Colt
Model: 1911 Series 70, Gold Cup National Match .38 Special Mid Range
Serial Number: 6474MR
Year of Manufacture: 1970s – http://www.coltsmfg.com/CustomerServices/SerialNumberLookup.aspx – There is a 1977 receipt with the gun, but this is likely from a resale.
Caliber: .38 Special Mid-Range
Action Type: Single Action, Semi-Automatic with Removable Magazine
Markings: The right side of the slide is marked “”COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.”. The serial number is on the right side of the frame, with a “1” on the forward right trigger guard bow. There is an “S” and a Verified Proof mark on the forward left trigger guard bow. The left side of the slide is marked “NATIONAL / MATCH / COLT / AUTOMATIC / .38 SPECIAL / MID RANGE”. The barrel is marked “COLT .38 SPEC. N.M. / MK III”. The top of the rear sight is marked “Elliason”.
Barrel Length: 5″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed front blade. The rear sight is an Elliason target sight. The top of the slide is ribbed.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are full checkered walnut with an oil finish and gold colored medallions. The panels have darkened with age and handling and there is light but general wear to the checkering, which remains pronounced. There are no chips or cracks and the age/wear is limited almost entirely to the color. The grips rate in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Factory Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There is a mark on both the slide and frame from the takedown lever. The edges of the slide have the faintest thinning and there is a small amount of thinning at the muzzle. The front strap has a bit of marking from a shooter’s rings. The bottom of the back strap also has some thinning from handling. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are crisp. This gun has been shot but likely fewer than 100 rounds. Overall, this handgun rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions properly. We did not fire this handgun.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: One magazine marked “COLT .38 SPEC.” is included and is in excellent condition. The original two piece box is also included. The box is strong and sturdy, with all inserts. Two seams on the lid have separated. Masking tape was used to close the box on the sides and some still remains. There is about 10% loss of color and printing on the box, these are losses from scuffing and some tape. “Handling The Handgun”, The original 1977 Sales Receipt, “The owner’s manual and the test target are included. The box and its contents are all in Fine condition. The end label of the box is marked “DBEBB” in pen with another mark scribbled out above it.
Our Assessment: The Colt 1911 is the best handgun ever made, and in our opinion, the best gun ever made. The Series 70 is the best “recent production” 1911 series ever made and the National Match Gold Cup is the best of those. This is literally the best handgun ever made, in superb condition and a rare caliber/configuration. If there was ever a firearm that you could tell was destined for collectability almost immediately, this is it.
CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable: This handgun CANNOT be transferred as a dealer sale in California. This handgun CAN be sold as a Private Party Transfer (PPT) at our Simi Valley shop. This does not apply to out of state residents.