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. Sep 21, 2012 series 70 is a better gun than a series 80. Used colt semi auto pistols for sale semiauto pistols colt used. What is the value of my colt mkiv series 70 government. Its silver metal slide is laser etched with the words colts mk iv series 70 government model. Colt series 70 vs series 80 combat government 1911forum. Aug 21, 2018 in the 1970s, the mk iv series 70 government model superseded the standard government model. Colt government model preseries 70 1911 ammoland gun news. Manufactured in 1962, this pistol is sometimes referred to as a pre series 70 government model by collectors and it follows the classic design, lacking the later series 70 and series 80 design modifications. This is a colt government model mk ivseries 70, a semiautomatic pistol chambered in.
The colt government model and gold cup model m1911s were produced with the series 70 designation. The series 70 colt government model pistols were introduced in the 1970s as an update to the aging m1911a1 pistols. This pistol is a tribute to the classic 1911s featuring pre70 series rollmarks, a national match barrel and staked. Colt competition 1911 series 70 government model semi automatic pistol distributor exclusive single action hammer fired. So why is it better than the original series 70s ive owned over the years. Colt released an updated design of their fullsize 1911 pistol in the 1970s hence the name which consisted of a. Colt mk iv series 70 government model semiautomatic pistol.
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. Series 70 models were manufactured from 1970 until 1983. Colt government model mk iv series 70 z33041 united states.
Many a keystroke has been dedicated to the differences between the colt series 70 and series 80 pistols. My dad kept this as a collectors item, never been fired, comes in a blue velvet wa read more. To improve accuracy on the government model, colt eventually modified the barrel bushing, and the new pistol was deemed the colt government model mark iv series 70. This gun features a 5 national match barrel, twotone finish, fiber optic. Colts mk ivseries 70 government model a long name for this iconic 45 acp handgun, but a gun well worth its status in american history. The firing pin block is a much debated device as many people feel the block is needed. The government model has a 5 barrel with checkered walnut grips adorned with the colt medallion. The 1991 series incorporates fullsized blued and stainless models in either. The series 70 handguns are differentiated from the series 80 models mostly by the fact the series 80 pistols incorporated a firing pin block. The new colt series 70 government ships with two 7round magazines just like when starsky and hutch was on tv. Jan 04, 2017 colt government model preseries 70 1911 ammoland gun news. The shorterbarreled colt commander model kept the solid bushing design, so it never had a series 70 designation. A tribute to the revered commercial government model pistols of the past the 1911 classic features the series 70 firing system pre 70 series rollmarks.
The 1911 has come a long way since colts original 1911 government model. Those were the good old days when guns werent so evil that ordinary department and hardware stores couldnt sell them. I have a colt 45 auto mk iv series 80 government model. Colt series 70 government 1911 handgun the shooters report. Colt competition 1911 series 70 government model semi auto. This new colt government competition series 70 is a semiautomatic pistol chambered in the.
This pistol features the legendary series 70 firing system, making it a faithful reproduction to government models manufactured prior to world war ii. Colt 1911 government model 70 45 acp pistol, 5 barrel. Colt 1911 70 series was another collectible ive always wanted. Colts manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. It uses the old model sights which i believe are built in the slide. Colt mk iv series 70 government model pistol with box. The 19912001 model used a large m1991a1 roll mark engraved on the slide. The right side of the slide is marked, colts government model, with the oneline address and serial number stamped below on the frame, and the left side of slide marked, colt mk ivseries 70government model9mm luger caliber followed by the rampant colt.
Colts series 70 pistol features the series 70 firing system. Also features an arched steel mainspring housing and a short steel trigger. The colt mkiv series 70 government model this model is essentially a newer version of the 1911a1. Browse the large selection of magazines offered by numrich gun parts. Colt released an updated design of their fullsize 1911 pistol in the 1970s hence the name which consisted of a collet bushing instead of the. Sep 14, 2015 well begin with a rather rare bird, a new colt mk iv series 70. Dec 29, 2014 colt 1911 mk iv series 70 government model. Shooting its 17 rounds at 344 fps, you have the right power for close quarter combat. Made by countless gun makers in countless variations, the. Colt series 70 model o the firearms forum the buying.
From 1911 until 1970 there were virtually no significant changes to the basic design, but the year 1971 saw the first mechanical improvement to the 1911type pistol. Additional this model features a novak style rear sight with fiber optic front sight along with a skeletonized trigger. The colt competition 1911 series 70 government model is the series which features the legendary series 70 firing system ensuring that this particular 1911 is a faithful reproduction of government models manufactured prior to wwii. The 70 series differs from the 80 series model with 70 series short trigger has a much faster firing rate than the 80 series. Grip, right, checkered brown plastic wauto ordnance medallions, used factory. Browning and placed into service in 1911, was the u. Read the instructions, warnings and cautions in this manual carefully before using this firearm. Manufacturers colt auto pistols 1911 government series 70 o frame magazines. The sample gun has a nicely executed shiny blue finish on the sides of the steel frame and slide, while the rounded surfaces on the top of the slide, bottom of the frame and front strap are matte blue. Colt mk iv series 70 government model semiautomatic. Series 70 and later pistols dispensed with this nicety.
The colt model 1911 semiautomatic pistol is the most popular semiautomatic pistol in u. Made by countless gun makers in countless variations, the series 70 government model by. This is the shape, heft and balance of the service pistol with which i was armed for all of my military service. That 100 year rollstamp is gonna add another hundred or so. Colt had been producing the m1911a1 for the military for many years when they decided to release it to civilians under the name the colt government model. Brand new in hard case available for purchase at our online store the stainless. What is the current value of colt 45 1911 government model. Colts series 70 pistol features the series 70 firing system, making it a faithful reproduction and throwback to colt government models manufactured during the 1970s. In 1988, colt got rid of the change to the barrel bushing, so the result is that this colt series 70 is essentially a modern reproduction of the first colt government modelin military terms. Usa in one form or another, i have shot, customized, accessorized, reloaded for, and generally admired this one. On the reverse it says colts government model, and faux wood grips include a golden cold medallion inset into the grip. Colt series 70 government 1911 classic for sale new. Low prices on the colt 1911 series 70 government stainless 5 in. The story of the colt government model 1911 pistol originates in the late 1890s.
This pistol is a tribute to the classic 1911s featuring pre 70 series rollmarks, a national match barrel and staked. Manufactured in 1962, this pistol is sometimes referred to as a preseries 70 government model by collectors and it follows the classic design, lacking the later series 70. That colt model 1911 was a commercial model, not a government model and based on the serial number, it was made in 1947. The right side of the slide is marked, colt s government model, with the oneline address and serial number stamped below on the frame, and the left side of slide marked, colt mk iv series 70 government model 9mm luger caliber followed by the rampant colt. The colt classic 1911 series 70 government model is the series which features the legendary series 70 firing system ensuring that this particular 1911 is a faithful reproduction of government models manufactured prior to wwii. Colt sent a blued 1911 government model competition, without the firing pin safety, chambered in. Colt mk ivseries 70 full metal co2 gbb airsoft pistol. The m1911, also known as the colt government or government, is a single action. This is a colt government model mk iv series 70, a semiautomatic pistol chambered in. But first a history lesson on the colt government model m1911 series 70 versus the series 80, and the controversy surrounding the latter. The 2001 model introduced a new colts government model roll mark engraving. Colt government model series 70 z34385 united states.
New in box 45 acp colt mark iv series 70 government model with 5 barrel. In 1988, colt got rid of the change to the barrel bushing, so the result is that this colt series 70 is essentially a modern reproduction of the first colt government model in military terms. The series 70 government model colts were chambered in. Colt government model preseries 70 1911 my favorite pistol. It is a rugged and dependable colt that features high. Colt competition 1911 series 70 government model o1070ccs. Colt series 70 government 1911 handgun shooters report. So a 70 is gonna be at least a hundred more than an 80. It has the prefix 70g from 19701976, g70 from 19761980, and 70b from 19801983, when production ceased. The main modifications in the new model were a slightly heavier slide and a slotted collet barrel bushing. 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.
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