![](images/1911a1_796769-rh.jpg) Troy Partin Collection
Colt Model 1911A1 S/N 796769 1942 Navy Contract - This is one of 1,591 pistols produced in the 1942 Navy
contract. It was in a shipment of 1,591 pistols shipped on July 24,
1942 to the Officer in Charge, Naval Supply Depot, Sewalls Point, VA.
There is a P proof on top of the slide
forward of the rear sight. Slide has a matching serial number. Left side slide marking. Colt "VP" Verified Proof mark on
upper left flat of the trigger guard.
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Left side of Colt 1911A1 1942 Navy serial number 796769.
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Colt 1911A1 1942 Navy serial number 796769 - Front grip
strap of pistol.
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