Colt mkiv series 70 competition

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. Prior pistols became known as preseries 70 guns, and since the collet. 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. A true competition 1911 thats ready for the battle against the timer. Colt announces new competition 1911s, lower pricing. Colt government model competition series national match pistol. Its all a matter of individual needs and tastes, as far as im concerned. The competitionoriented colt gold cup trophy expands on the national match design with even more highend, semicustom features. Introduced an internal firing pin safety and a new halfcock notch on the sear. A colt is still the best foundation for a fine tactical or competition gun. Short steel trigger, no firing pin block like the series 80s, arched steel mainspring housing. Colt government model competition series semiautomatic pistol. Colt mkiv government series 70 w oakshore electronic red dot sight. Ill be testing this claim on wednesday with a video of a test i performed that pits the mk iv series 70 pictured here up against a colt m1991a1 with the socalled series 80 trigger.

I really like the sights on these colts and the vz grips are awesome improvements. Well begin with a rather rare bird, a new colt mk iv series 70. Colt pistols 1911 series 70 competition pistols sellers information when emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on. Let oak hill guns help you find the best firearm that matches your skill and interest. Originally offered with a series 80 firing system, the colt competition pistol is now available with, you guessed it, the companys series 70 firing system. Colt 1911 government model mkiv series 7045acp5 inch barrelwilson combat rear sight. Colt currently offers both series 70 and series 80 pistols. Here is some info and the current blue book values. Factory colt 1911 recoil spring guide rod 45 acp 45acp 10mm delta elite gold cup. S armed forces from world war ii until the mid1980s. Unfortunately, the price accompanying some of these features, and those found on highend, competitionstyle 1911s made by other manufacturers, can push. Styled in the bold tradition of the old west with modern autoloading action.

Sell your colt 1911 series 70 for free today on gunsamerica. This 70 series gun seems very similar to the early kimbers 1911s in its frame to slide fit and overall quality. Nighthawk custom is announcing a new line of doublestack 1911s for carry and competition called the tactical ready series, or trs. Colt competition pistol line now uses series 70 firing system. This week were taking a break from travel and photography and concentrating on another of my varied areas of interest firearms. Todays series 70 government is as close as you get to a real gi pistol, but with better fitment.

The official colt frequently asked questions faq thread. Colt made a major change to its competition pistol line of handguns, incorporating a series 70 firing system into all of the new pistol models, which previously featured the companys series 80. The series 70 is also available in blued or stainless steel, in contrast to the m1911a1 that was produced in a dull gray parkerized finish. 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. Colt 1911 gold cup mark iv series 70 national match. Sep 14, 2015 many claim that this triggerdeactivated firing pin block increased trigger weight and friction. The rest of the serial number leads me to believe that the actual year of production. Read the instructions, warnings and cautions in this manual carefully before using this firearm. Colts series 70 pistol features the series 70 firing. Items shipped from our own warehouse can be shipped much sooner than items shipped direct to you from one of our fulfillment suppliers. If you ask colt auto fans which series is their favorite, many will say the series 70. Seller assumes all responsibility for listing this item.

A tribute to the revered commercial government model pistols of the past the 1911 classic features the series 70 firing system pre70 series rollmarks. Series 70 vs 80, the difference is more than you think. 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 tells you something. That places this 1911 at the very end of the original mk iv series 70 run, as the 70b serial number began in 1981 and ran through the end of production in 1983.

Jun 05, 2018 i finally fulfilled a 40 year dream by buying my first colt government 1911. Colts manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. Enter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the database. Colt 1911 government model mkiv series 70 auction armory. It is advertised as range ready but at 25 yards with any factory ammo i cant get a group under 8. Gun ownership in recent years has surged, much to the benefit of shooting competitions. Oct 24, 2017 the competition pistol i have been working with is a full size, 5 inch barreled, stainless steel pistol. Colt released an updated design of their fullsize 1911 pistol in the 1970s hence the. Aug 07, 2018 in fact, colt s competition series of guns dont have the series 80 firing system but their government model formerly called the 1991 do, so that tells you something. In the interest of covering the basics, this government is a true spec series 70. Now im going to have to go out and spend money i dont have adding one of those new series 70s to the safe. Colts competition pistol line, which originally was offered with colts series 80 firing system, will now feature colts series 70 firing system with no added cost to the consumer. Overall i like it as far as fit and finish but the front sight is so far off i need to send it back to colt as it is new and im not going to mess with it.

Colt series 80 government model semiautomatic pistol with case. Colt series 70 government 1911 handgun shooters report. Dec 05, 20 in the upcoming march 2014 issue of combat handguns, author steve ausband writes, the colt mark iv series 70 is a gun with immediate appeal to two groups of shooters. Shooting and discussing a beautiful series 70 colt reproduction. I finally fulfilled a 40 year dream by buying my first colt government 1911. Nighthawks new tactical ready series for competition and carry. Jan 29, 2018 an original colt mk iv series 70 disassembled the example here has a 70b prefixed serial number. Yes, it seems to have very crisp markings on the entire pistol. Colt government model competition series 70 national match semiautomatic pistol with case. There is no rail on the dust cover and the slide is lacking forward cocking serrations bravo, colt. At the heart of the design is a cnc machined forged blued steel frame, slide and slide stop. It was developed in response to an army requirement issued in 1949, for a lighter replacement for the m1911 pistol, for issue to officers. I have several of both series, appreciate the differences, and all work fine for me for safety and for trigger press without modifications. The competition pistol i have been working with is a full size, 5 inch barreled, stainless steel pistol.

I like the 70 series pistol better just because of the semi polished flats. Due to the recent increase in order volume, shipping on some items may be delayed up to 15 business days or longer. All are fullsized 1911s with fiveinch colt national match barrels, secured with a tightlyfitted barrel bushing and using a double wound recoil spring system with the standard recoil spring guide. Jan 12, 2016 ever since colt introduced its first gold cup pistol in the late 1950s, it has served competitive shooters admirably with features designed to glean the most performance from the 1911 platform. Shooting sports usa colt upgrades competition pistol series. Full sized recoil rodwilson combat 8rd magazinethis is a.

Here is a colt mark iv series 70 government model that is absolutely stone cold mint nib and nickel plated. Say hello to the colt series 70 competition pistol lineup. Nicholas oetken perhaps the most iconic handgun of all time is the colt m1911asemiautomatic. The competition model has features for enhanced accuracy and shooting control. Unfortunately, the price accompanying some of these features, and those found on highend, competition style 1911s made by other manufacturers, can push. I have a tough time telling the difference between the 70 and 80 series guns in terms of trigger. Glock 23 g23 gen 4 semiauto pistol with three 10round mags manuf pn pg2350201 new in box. May 30, 2017 the colt competition pistol line will now come outfitted with series 70 firing systems, making the trigger pull that much snappier. Jul 02, 2018 hi, that looks like some nice engraving. I do see a degree difference between manufacturers, however. A case could be made that the prewar commercial colts are more elegant and finely rendered, but surviving examples of these are expensive collector items, often commanding several thousand dollars in likenew condition.

Colt 1911 factory governmentcommander full size 8round magazine. However, i do prefer the solid series 80 bushing to the collet barrel bushing of the original series 70. Shopping for colt auto pistol parts for your 1911, mustang, or woodsman. 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 traditional barrel bushing. National match pistols were intended for use in competition and not in combat. Government model mkiv series 80 limited class model.

Please visit the website and check out what the great folks who support us have to offer. The evolution of the colt series 70 brought many new advancements to the table that were not even dreamed possible when the gun first debuted back in the the year 1970. Colt competition government model 1911 semiauto pistol. Ever since colt introduced its first gold cup pistol in the late 1950s, it has served competitive shooters admirably with features designed to glean the most performance from the 1911 platform.

Colt competition pistol line now uses series 70 firing. Colt 1911 competition series 70 titanium blue shooting. Make offer evolution gun works egw 1911 extractor for colt series 70 for 93840. Should you buy or modify a series 80 or series 70 1911. Colt pistols 1911 series 70 for sale guns international. Evolution gun works egw 1911 extractor for colt series 70 for 93840. If your pistol is a mark iv series 70 colt with a collet bushing, half the battle is won. Colt mkiv, series 70, gold cup national match description. Numrich gun parts has a huge selection of colt auto pistol parts and schematics for you to choose from, and provides the experience and service that you can only find from a company that has served the shooting community since 1950. Colt pistols are renowned for their comfort, accuracy, and power. In the upcoming march 2014 issue of combat handguns, author steve ausband writes, the colt mark iv series 70 is a gun with immediate appeal to two groups of shooters. The colt competition government model 1911 semiauto pistol is a direct takeoff of the standardissue 45 caliber m1911 sidearm originally manufactured by colt, and used by the united states armed forces from 1911 to 1985. Colt series 70 government 1911 classic for sale new.

Models in stock include delta elite, gold cup, national match, combat and lightweight commanders, xse series and 1991a1 government models, 1911s from the colt custom shop, plus many limited edition and talo exclusive models. My son and i shoot my new titanium blue beauty and i. The mkiv series 70 colt pistol series ran from 19701983. That is more than fair for a pistol with this pedigree and performance. Nicholas oetken perhaps the most iconic handgun of all time is the colt m1911a semiautomatic. The colt competition pistol line will now come outfitted with series 70 firing systems, making the trigger pull that much snappier. But first a history lesson on the colt government model. If you have any questions regarding this item, you should contact the seller before bidding. This pistol retains its deep rich blue finish on all metal surfaces even in high. Colt government model mkiv series 70 semiautomatic pistol.