The series 70 government model colts were chambered in. In the 1970s, the mk iv series 70 government model superseded the standard government model. Colt auto pistols 1911 government series 70 o frame parts. The value of a 1981 colt mkivseries 70 government 1911forum. The series 70 made a comeback in 2002 in the new retro line named the mk iv series 70 government model. Enter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the database. This pistol is not only a fine 1911 from the colt factory, it has had some professional upgrades and custom work to make it a pr. Colt pistols 1911 series 70 for sale guns international. That 100 year rollstamp is gonna add another hundred or so. Colt series 70 model 1911 some 95 years ago, the army adopted the coltbrowning. From doc omeara at gun tests on the series 70 collet bushing. Well begin with a rather rare bird, a new colt mk iv series 70. 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. Models using the new barrelbushing setup were the government model and gold cup, which were designated the mark iv series 70 or.
All of these enhancements along with caliber choices were the result of colts desire to meet shooters demand for a more customized pistol. Colt gold cup national match mk iv series 70 early owners manual. From 1983 to 1988, the pistols kept the accurizor barrel and collet bushing. Series 70 and series 80 are both trademark names owned by colt, so technically they are the only company that can really use the terms. Official colt gear colt gunsite pistol series 70 model o manual. This colt is the same one that fought wars and righted wrongs since its introduction, only now it has sights you can see and will feed hollow points. Prototype colt san diego police dept special edition series 70. When the gold cup pistol received the mark iv series 70 roll mark in 1970, the accurizor barrel and collet barrel bushing were installed. Mkiv series 70 production information the series 70 government model colts were chambered in. Colt mk iv mkiv mark 4 series 70 government model 5. Figure 1 colt government model mkivseries 70 modelo. The 1911 colt is without a doubt, the most copied and most modified gun in the world.
My lgs has a very nice almost pristeen series 70 for sale, but the price is pretty high, no box or tools, just the gun. It is stamped on the right side of the frame, above, and slightly forward, of the grip. Factory replacement parts are manufactured with the same specifications and are made with the same material as the original parts. Colt 01970a1cs government mkivseries 70model o semi. If multiple models appear for your serial number simply match the date with the appropriate model, as certain vintage firearms can share serial numbers between different models. I have looked at various sites like gun broker ectand the prices are all over the place. Next week i begin another travel series 54 days at sea on a trip that took us on two transatlantic crossings and a tour of both the mediterranean and black seas. Colts series 70 pistol features the series 70 firing. So a 70 is gonna be at least a hundred more than an 80. Made in 1976, serial 12766g70 features thin rear serrations, fixed sights, arched m for sale by sportsmans legacy on gunsamerica 940501494. If you purchase a colt 22, 9mm or other caliber conversion unit, note that only a colt series 70 conversion unit is compatible with this coll model 0 reissued pistol.
The government model has a 5 barrel with checkered walnut grips adorned with the colt medallion. But first a history lesson on the colt government model m1911 series 70 versus the series 80, and the controversy surrounding the latter. Jan 29, 2018 an original colt mk iv series 70 disassembled the example here has a 70b prefixed serial number. In 1983, colt started making the series 80 pistols with the firing pin safety. Colt mk iv series 70 government early 1970s factory instruction manual not an original. The 1991 series incorporates fullsized blued and stainless models in either. Note, this manual is obtained electronically from colt and then printed as a very clear copy.
It came with the stock rubber grips but managed to find some nice wood ones locally a few days later. The 19912001 model used a large m1991a1 roll mark engraved on the slide. Colt merely used the series 70 designation with the new guns as a means of identifying all pistols not using the firing pin safety system. What the heck is there about this particular model that makes it so hard to find and expensive.
Colt government model mkiv series 70 model o pistolowners manual. Colt selected several of the most popular modifications to incorporate in their new and enhanced models. The two guns pictured on this page are both mkiv series 70 government model colts in. This colt model government mk iv series 70 is a right hand semiautomatic pistol in either. Hood is wider for use on colt specific series 70 slides. Full text of colt government model mkiv series 70 model o. In 1988, colt got rid of the change to the barrel bushing, so the result is that this colt series 70 is essentially a modern reproduction of the first colt government modelin military terms, the. The 2001 model introduced a new colts government model roll mark engraving. Colt mkiv series 70 model o in excellent shape with original case and one additional mag. Colt model o armoress manual, 1993, m1911 series 70.
This week were taking a break from travel and photography and concentrating on another of my varied areas of interest firearms. Mkiv series 70 with original blued finish and checkered walnut grips with silver colt medallions. On this model, colt added a safety feature in the form of a firing pin block. Always keep and carry your pistol em pty t with the hammer forward except when you intend to shoot, so that your pislol cannot be fired when you do not mean to fire it. The ww2 reproduction pistols were an immediate success, even despite the limited availability of just 4000 units and high custom shop price tag. This is an original factory replacement part from colt. But for this week im returning to the subject that garners my highest audience, firearms. The value of a 1981 colt mkivseries 70 government hey guys. Mar 28, 2017 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. Buy colt 1911 government mod mkiv series 70 model o. By hunter elliott on september 20, 2015 in gun talk i see a lot of use and misuse of the terms series 70 and series 80 when talking about government model and commander pistols so i thought i would lay it out for you all. Large two sided folded sheet forming 4 pages covering operation, detailed description, take down, complete dismounting, magazines and a parts diagram and parts list. Colt government model series 70model o d624 united states.
Colt 1911 govt pistol firearm springs for semiauto. Sell your colt series 70 for free today on gunsamerica. Sep 14, 2015 well begin with a rather rare bird, a new colt mk iv series 70. The official colt frequently asked questions faq thread.
The left side of the slide is marked colt s mk iv series 70 government model. 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. Mkivseries 70 production information the series 70 government model colts were chambered in. Colt series 708090 firearms talk the community for. Gold cup nm series 70 vs series 80 mk iv 1911forum. Colt government model mkiv series 70 model o1970a1. Colt government model mkiv series 70model oowners manual. Colt 01970a1cs government mkivseries 70model o semi auto. Colt mk iv mkiv mark 4 series 70 government model 5 1911a1. Apr 01, 2014 shooting and discussing a beautiful series 70 colt reproduction. Single action semiautomatic pistol with removable magazine markings. Colt semidropin barrel 1911 government series 70 45 acp 1.
Colt model government model mk iv series 70 1970 owners. Ejection port other side hear sight \ barrel bushing recoil spring plug slide lock safety disassemoly notch slide stop trigger guard trigger magazine catch slide lock safety notch figure 1 colt government model mkiv series 70 model 0 caution. Colt released an updated design of their fullsize 1911 pistol in the 1970s hence the name which consisted of a. Colts manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. Then next major design came in 1983 with the colt mark iv series 80. Do not install an incompatible series 80 conversion unit on this pistol because the combination will render this pistol inoperable. Colt series 70 model o the firearms forum the buying. Colt s manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. In 1983 colt introduced its mk iv series 80 models, which had an additional passive firing pin safety lock that did not allow the pistol to fire if the trigger was not pulled to the end. I have a govt model mk iv series 70 colt 1911 that i bought, second hand, in 1977. Magazine catch springs are available in reduced, standard and extra power to adjust the release function to accomodate most any situation. Shop for colt auto pistols 1911 government series 70 o frame parts today with numrich gun parts.
Read the instructions, warnings and cautions in this manual carefully before using this firearm. Colt government model series 70 z34984 united states. Sep 21, 2012 ive noticed that colt stainless steel series 70 model o 1911s with the 100 year rollstamp are not only hard to find, but they seem to command a very hefty price tag when ya can find one. Buy colt 01970a1cs government mkiv series 70 model o. I see a lot of use and misuse of the terms series 70 and series 80 when talking about government model and commander pistols so i thought i would lay it out for you all. To find out more and see how the colt mark iv series 70 performed, check out the march 2014 issue of combat handguns, available on newsstands and digitally december 17, 20.
The mkiv series 70 government model colts were available in blue or nickel plate and were chambered in. Colt first series officers model target revolver produced in 1905. True to original specifications there was no firing pin safety in this one either, but even more significant was the fact that colt chose not to reintroduce the. Browse the large selection of grips offered by numrich gun parts. Blued slide on a stainless steel frame in excellent shape with no marks or scratches. Colt was thus inspired to introduce the next item in the retro line, a new mk iv series 70 government model like those manufactured for the civilian market from 1971 until 1983. Please visit the website and check out what the great folks who support us have to offer. A hybrid of the m1911a1 military model redesigned to use the slide of the mk. 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.
Theres nothing i can say about these guns that hasnt already been said a thousand times, by a thousand others. In 1988, colt got rid of the change to the barrel bushing, so the result is that this colt series 70 is essentially a modern reproduction of the first colt government modelin military terms. But first a history lesson on the colt government model m1911 series 70 versus the series 80. Full text of colt government model mkiv series 70 model o see other formats tetljcm. 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. If multiple models appear for your serial number simply match the date with the appropriate model, as certain vintage firearms can share serial numbers between. Not an original manual, but is comb bound and has card stock front and back cover. Shooting and discussing a beautiful series 70 colt reproduction. Buy colt 1911 government mod mkiv series 70model o. Standard colt markings, pistol is also marked with german commercial import proofing with a 1976.
The main modifications in the new model were a slightly heavier slide and a slotted collet barrel bushing. Shop colt colt colt gunsite pistol series 70 model o. Full text of colt government model mkiv series 70 model o see other formats siiiiibiililiililm igi front slgkt barrel. Imho, the fp safety should not be a reason to buynot buy a particular colt model. I am trying to trace the serial number, but mine does not match anything i have been able to find. Need parts for your 1911 government series 70 o frame. Mk iv series 70 government like 1911a1 serial number. Series 70 vs 80, the difference is more than you think. Colt 1911 mk ivseries 70 government model duration. Colts series 70 pistol features the series 70 firing system, making it a faithful reproduction and throwback to colt government models manufactured during the. Grip, right, checkered brown plastic wauto ordnance medallions, used factory. Here is a colt mark iv series 70 government model that is absolutely stone cold mint. Colt model 1911a1 civilian pre series 70 in rare factory nickel finish.