Q. In my collection, I have a unique Colt Model of 1911 marked “U.S. ARMY.” Its condition is about 70 to 75 percent, though, its finish is incredibly dark—nearly black compared to the ...

Original M1911A1 pistols used by the military had the parkerized finish as well. You will also notice some small machining marks on the RIA 1911 as well, but nowhere is the parkerized finish too ...