Holster US original 1917 for the Colt 1911 Pistol

Description

Original leather holster issued in 1917 for Colt pistol (COLT) model "Colt 1911" (M1911A1) .

The holster is in good condition, soft leather, no significant damage. Metal parts have a characteristic green coating, which emphasizes the value of an object made a century ago.

We offer holsters with different manufacturer's stamps in different condition. You need to choose before buying. If some option is not there, then it is sold out.

• The holster with the skin darkened from time, the hole for the peg on the lid was disheveled from numerous openings. The brand of S&? 1918 A.C. It is designated as "1918, discount". It's cheaper than others.
• Holster without the designation of the year of manufacture. There may be brands BOYT or S&R J.P.C., but without marking the year of manufacture. The condition of these holsters is good, the leather is flexible, but the surface requires cleaning and oil treatment. Holsters are all about the same, sold with storage "as is".
• Holster with the year of manufacture. There may be brands BOYT 1917 or S&R 1918 J.P.C. The most expensive ones. The condition of these holsters is also good, the leather is flexible, the surface requires cleaning and oil treatment. Holsters are all about the same, sold with storage "as is".

Кобура "1918 уценка" слева. По центру и справа примеры кобур с клеймами.

Historical reference.

The Colt 1911 is the legendary regular pistol of the American army, which has not lost its relevance to this day. It was made not only for the military, but also for the civilian market (Colt 1911 Commercial Model, also called the Colt Government Model .45 ACP). 

The letter "C" (commercial) is added before the serial number for all pistols of the civilian series - one of the main distinguishing features of Colt 1911 commercial pistols.

Another sign is the absence in the markings of indications that the weapon belongs to the army or navy, such as “U.S. ARMY, U.S. NAVY". There are quite a few varieties of pistols Colt 1911 civilian series. The main differences are mainly related to the marking features of weapon parts.

Sources: www.air-gun.ru, topwar.ru, bizapedia.com.

"S&R" indicates that the holster is made by Scheffer & Rossum Co. in St. Paul Minn US. They were one of the most popular leather companies. However, a holster from this manufacturer is quite rare among collectors.