Thanks for sharing. This is very similar to the Colt 1911 I carried on duty in the US Navy in 1964 and 1965 while on patrols in the Pacific. Ours were manufactured during WWII.
I was round 1. I filled out the paperwork, sent the packet into cmp then started the waiting process. Thinking it was about 9 months to be sent my number. Around 12 months, I was called by cmp and offered me any of the grades (service, field, or rack grade). Since you are only offered 1 in your life I selected the service grade. With as long as the wait was, I thought it would be a long time before shipment. To my surprise, my ffl called me 3 days later to say they got the package from the cmp via fedex. Yes it was a long time, but Covid was I’m sure a factor and to me, worth the wait.
Got my RR with Colt slide in May. March 1945 production with a lesser used Flannery vs. the normal High Standard barrel. FOIAs to Army and Navy show light Army training use after the war then Navy use at the Coronado Amphib. Base in the 70s- that means SEALs or SeaBees. Arsenal rebuild in '84 then in storage for nearly 40 years.
I was lucky to receive a camp service grade. It’s a colt and every part is correct. I’m happy to own a piece of 1943 ww2 history. I have seen other people’s cmp pistol and sometimes the parts are mismatched, however I have not seen anyone’s comments to indicate they were unhappy with what they got. I’m actually glad that there are people that don’t think they are worth the money as they would not appreciate the pistol. Those people should stick with a new 1911 colt $400 pistol that doesn’t have historical meaning to them. I will cherish my cmp 1911a1 the rest of my life. Thanks cmp!
Congratulations on your CMP pistol. I wanted a real piece of US Military history. And I am thrilled to have one that went through so much. Imagine the use it has seen if it has been rebuilt at least three times. If only that pistol could talk.
Can I ask you, when you order one of these, you don't know from which era you will receive? It Could be any time between 1940s to 1970s. I was really hoping I could get one from ww2, one that might have saw action in France or Italy. I will probably still order one anyway.
No new 1911s were made for the army after WW2. So any 1911 you buy will have been produced from the WW1 to WW2 timeframe. Being that the army was worried about function rather than keeping them “collectible”, many parts have likely been replaced and/or swapped out until their retirement date in 1986.
I can't believe how much CMP is asking for a Frankenstein model of 1911A1. I wouldn't pay more than 400 for one of it. In my country (Uruguay, South America), any "pure" 1911A1 from the WW2 era in very good condition can be found for less than 1000.
Tell me where you find such a 1911, most I find are over $2000, and most be well over $2000. For a real piece of history and a pistol that served with the US army for at least 40 years, I think it is worth it. And honestly, what it is worth to me is not what it is worth to others. THANK GOD FOR THE FREE MARKET!!
Thanks for sharing. This is very similar to the Colt 1911 I carried on duty in the US Navy in 1964 and 1965 while on patrols in the Pacific. Ours were manufactured during WWII.
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I was round 1. I filled out the paperwork, sent the packet into cmp then started the waiting process. Thinking it was about 9 months to be sent my number. Around 12 months, I was called by cmp and offered me any of the grades (service, field, or rack grade). Since you are only offered 1 in your life I selected the service grade. With as long as the wait was, I thought it would be a long time before shipment. To my surprise, my ffl called me 3 days later to say they got the package from the cmp via fedex. Yes it was a long time, but Covid was I’m sure a factor and to me, worth the wait.
I totally agree on it being worth the wait
Very interesting Definitely have to get information on ordering one CMP for my self
I have been surprised how many do not know about the CMP
Got my RR with Colt slide in May. March 1945 production with a lesser used Flannery vs. the normal High Standard barrel. FOIAs to Army and Navy show light Army training use after the war then Navy use at the Coronado Amphib. Base in the 70s- that means SEALs or SeaBees. Arsenal rebuild in '84 then in storage for nearly 40 years.
I need to put in my FOIA request. I plan on getting a second as soon as it is 2024.
I wonder if they will ever start on selling Beretta M-9’s?
I highly doubt it, but I will hope they do
Dawg very few were ever in the combat zones...pues Como que en El Dia en que LA conoci ist dein Auf Das
True, it is entirely possible that this pistol spent it's life on training ranges.
I was lucky to receive a camp service grade. It’s a colt and every part is correct. I’m happy to own a piece of 1943 ww2 history. I have seen other people’s cmp pistol and sometimes the parts are mismatched, however I have not seen anyone’s comments to indicate they were unhappy with what they got. I’m actually glad that there are people that don’t think they are worth the money as they would not appreciate the pistol. Those people should stick with a new 1911 colt $400 pistol that doesn’t have historical meaning to them. I will cherish my cmp 1911a1 the rest of my life. Thanks cmp!
Congratulations on your CMP pistol. I wanted a real piece of US Military history. And I am thrilled to have one that went through so much. Imagine the use it has seen if it has been rebuilt at least three times. If only that pistol could talk.
I'd buy one every year if they let me.
That's exactly how I feel. It's a privilege to be the care giver of one of these pieces of history.
How long was the process from the day you mailed the forms to day of pick up at ffl?
7 to 8 months
Ya got a real nice example. Not too new looking
And it is a good shooter
Is the barrel a replacement? Chrome lined?
It is indeed chrome lined, I assume a replacement
Can I ask you, when you order one of these, you don't know from which era you will receive? It Could be any time between 1940s to 1970s. I was really hoping I could get one from ww2, one that might have saw action in France or Italy. I will probably still order one anyway.
You have no option other then it "Grade" Rack, Field, or Service Grade. I do not think the military bought any 1911's after WWII, but I am not sure.
No new 1911s were made for the army after WW2. So any 1911 you buy will have been produced from the WW1 to WW2 timeframe. Being that the army was worried about function rather than keeping them “collectible”, many parts have likely been replaced and/or swapped out until their retirement date in 1986.
I can't believe how much CMP is asking for a Frankenstein model of 1911A1. I wouldn't pay more than 400 for one of it. In my country (Uruguay, South America), any "pure" 1911A1 from the WW2 era in very good condition can be found for less than 1000.
Tell me where you find such a 1911, most I find are over $2000, and most be well over $2000. For a real piece of history and a pistol that served with the US army for at least 40 years, I think it is worth it. And honestly, what it is worth to me is not what it is worth to others. THANK GOD FOR THE FREE MARKET!!
@@fortressalaska9822as I told you my friend, I'm talking about prices in my country, not there. Each market is totally different!
Sorry I missed that point. With Import costs I doubt it would be worth it for me to get one out of South America.
@@fortressalaska9822 no need to sorry my friend! I've just supposed that 1911A1s should be cheaper there than here.
I wish they were, but it is supply and demand. In the USA there is a very large collector's market for WWI items, drives the prices up.@@carlorou3257