Ithaca 1911A1 US Military WWII pistol, 912171, FB02232

Description

Synopsis:

Attractive, original condition Ithaca Model 1911A1 U.S. Military Pistol assembled in 1943, SCARCE SUBTYPE with “M1911 A” on BOTH slide and frame, near mirror bore and correct magazine. A wonderful addition to any collection of WWII military pistols!

Description:

Very scarce configuration 1911A1 manufactured by Ithaca in 1943, the left side of the slide marked with the usual two-line Ithaca address. The model designation is on the right side of the slide, the repeated together with the SN and U.S. ARMY / property markings on the right side of the frame. Only 5,000 pistols marked in this manner, SN range: 909,000-914,000. Proofing includes the “P” on top of the slide and on the left frame below the magazine release, both breaking through the parkerized finish. The left side of the frame has the “FJA” inspection mark while the ordnance wheel is lightly stamped on the right frame near the tang. Again, both break through the finish. The barrel lug is marked with an ‘HS’ (High Standard) and ‘P’, as is correct for an original assembled pistol. It is fitted with blade and notch sights, serrated slide release, thumb safety, narrow checkered hammer, short grip safety, and checkered Keyes Fiber grips. Correct blued magazine marked with an ‘L’ on the toe.

Condition:

Near excellent original condition with sharp edge wear and handling as one might expect from a service pistol that was in use for approximately two years. Comparable condition grips. Magazine with insertional wear as pictured. Mirror bore. Correct manual mechanics.