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US & S m 1911 A1
Alex S
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I have a US & S m1911A1 No 1041855
It is in unrestored but fair to good condition.
I dont see either the P stamps or initials on the gun.
But I am very intrested in its history and value?
It is in unrestored but fair to good condition.
I dont see either the P stamps or initials on the gun.
But I am very intrested in its history and value?
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I have a US & S m1911A1 No 1041855
It is in unrestored but fair to good condition.
I dont see either the P stamps or initials on the gun.
But I am very intrested in its history and value?
where would be a good place for appraisel
quote:Originally posted by Alex S
I have a US & S m1911A1 No 1041855
It is in unrestored but fair to good condition.
I dont see either the P stamps or initials on the gun.
But I am very intrested in its history and value?
where would be a good place for appraisel
If you have a local gunsmith/gunshop in your area with someone who really knows guns, they can look it over and give you an opinion. Or post some detailed pictures here and someone will be able to help you. There are a few good guys on here that know alot about 1911's, they have helped me in the past too.
Most US&S pistols have been refinished, had parts replaced, &/or become worn. As Perry Shooter points out, collectors are looking for these guns, but value is high only for minty, all-original guns. While guns in 99+% condition have sold for as much as $7,000-8,000 within the last year or so, current price would probably top off at around $5,000. A well used gun, or one with parts replaced, will sell for < $1,000.
I don't know what you mean by "appraisal". If you mean a professional evaluation in writing for purposes of settling an estate, we may be able to suggest some dealers who do that, but you will need to pay their fee & shipping expenses so that they can do a "hands on" examination. On the other hand, if you just want a SWAG estimate (i.e., Scientific Wild * Guess) by those of us with little knowledge but lots of time on our hands, then you can add high quality digital photos to your post & we can take a stab at it.
An early production gun would not have the proof P on the receiver & slide. But, lack of inspectors initials would indicate either that it was refinished, or could possibly be a "lunch box" gun that was never accepted by the military.
Neal
dgac
I did find the RCD initials and the gun is earlyenough to not have the P stamp
I will try to get some pictures online.
What can I look for on amma boxes or brass casings to see if it is
of the same time period
Also have a m1 Garand 30carbine and several rounds (500 aprox)
any info on this would be great.
Thankyou