Colt government mk iv series 70 9mm

Models after 1988 returned to the solid barrel bushing due to concerns about breakages of collet bushings. Colt mk iv roll mark colt ended the mk iv series 70 in 1983 with the introduction of the series 80. Box is in solid, excellent condition with no tears or dislodged end flaps and is identified by serial number to the gun. 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. In the 70s and 80s, the big attraction in 9mm was highcapacity guns and many thought the 9mm 1911 was stodgy and outdated. This colt model government mk iv series 70 is a right hand semiautomatic pistol in either. 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. The main modifications in the new model were a slightly heavier slide and a slotted collet barrel bushing. Colt government mkiv 70 series 9mm pistol 9mm luger. Colts series 70 pistol features the series 70 firing system, making it a faithful reproduction and throwback to colt government models manufactured during the. Factory replacement parts are manufactured with the same specifications and are made with the same material as the original parts. This is an original factory replacement part from colt. Colt pistols are renowned for their comfort, accuracy, and power.

Colt 1911 gold cup mark iv series 70 national match. What is the value of my colt mkiv series 70 government. This colt model government mk iv series 70 is a right hand semiautomatic pistol in. Colt government model mk iv series 70 z33041 united. Jan 29, 2018 if you read my previous blog article on the new mk iv series 70 see. Colt mk iv series 70 government model semiautomatic pistol. Gun is in e for sale by seymourj on gunsamerica 910846057. A look at the colt mk iv series 70, then you know that the originals differed from the original in more than just the trigger. 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. Also check out our stainless steel offerings in 45acp, 9mm, and 38 super. Numrich has been supplying new and used parts since 1950, and has the experience that you need when ordering your 1911 series 70 parts or schematic. This was the first handgun i bought after i got out of the army in 1984 and my brother whom i. These will fit all pistols with government and commander sized frames.

Let oak hill guns help you find the best firearm that matches your skill and interest. Colt mark iv series 70 government model in 9mm luger caliber manufactured in 1977. It comes with a colt conversion unit with floating chamber. This model is offered in blue or nickel plate and has checkered walnut grips with the colt medallion. Essentially a safe queen, the bore is excellent, the bluing is excellent, the grips are pristine, no holster wear, no scratches, no dents. Made by countless gun makers in countless variations, the series 70 government model by. Meprolight colt trudot night sight for 1911 government. The government model has a 5 barrel with checkered walnut grips adorned with the colt medallion.

Colt government mkiv 70 series 9mm pistol 9mm luger 14994287. When colt introduced the 1991 series, 9mm was not cataloged, possibly to clear the way for colts own model 2000 highcapacity, polymer 9mm. My government series 80 has a trigger that needs no work. This pistol is a colt mark iv series 70 government model. Colt government model mk iv series 70 z33041 united states. Colt government mkiv 70 series 9mm pistol, minty condition other than both sides of takedown lever. Hood is wider for use on colt specific series 70 slides. Mkivseries 70 production information the series 70 government model colts were chambered in. Gun is in excellent condition with absolutely no issues with metallic finish, bore, magazine, internal workings, or wooden grips, etc. The government model has a 5 barrel with checkered walnut grips adorned with the colt.

The gun has a lot of rounds through it and as of last night when i stripped it for cleaning the bushing appears to be in good shape. The ww2 reproduction pistols were an immediate success, even despite the limited availability of just 4000 units and high custom shop price tag. The story goes that many decades ago colt sold the m1911a1 to civilians as the colt government model, a name that still exists today on many colt 1911s. Introduced an internal firing pin safety and a new halfcock notch on the sear. Jan 15, 2012 in this video i take a close look at the internal components of a 9mm luger colt mark iv series 70 government model. Colt 1911 firing pin 9mm 38 super blue factory colt part series 80 gold cup. What is the value of my colt mkiv series 70 government model 9mm luger, in very good condition 90 or better answered by a verified firearms expert. This is a great collectors piece for 1911 aficionados. Colts maunfacturing company has teamed up with crimson trace for the first ever laser grips with the colt logo. Ive been looking around but cant find any real prices. Colt was thus inspired to introduce the next item in the retro line, a new mk ivseries 70 government model like those manufactured for.

The mkivseries 70 colts sight m1911 the sight 1911. These grips are rubber overmolded wraparound with front activation, based on crimson trace model lg401, with the colt logo embossed on both sides. Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated. The original run from 1970 to 1983 also included a fingered collet bushing over a. Colt mkiv series 80 government model semiautomatic pistol. Colt semidropin barrel 1911 government series 70 45 acp 1. Photo pocket pistol, 9mm pistol, revolvers, weapons guns. That means if you find one, youre laying your hands fairly rare pistol. Sep 14, 2015 the new mk iv series 70 is produced in very limited runs in the colt custom shop. Colt government model series 70 z34984 united states. A gun dealer looked at it and said that the lower was made by colt but the upper was. My source puts the annual production numbers of colt custom shop mk iv series 70s at between 500 and 1,000.

Colt auto pistols 1911 government series 70 o frame parts list find the colt 1911 series 70 parts that youve been looking for to complete your repair project. The colt mkiv series 70 government model this model is essentially a newer version of the 1911a1. Colt series 708090 firearms talk the community for. The right side of the slide is marked colts government model. An incredible bargain at said price point for such a colt m1911a1 government model. Colt mk iv series 70 government model pistol in 9mm luger. Here is a colt mark iv series 70 government model that is absolutely stone cold. Exceptionally nice 9mm colt government model mk ivseries 70. 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. Series 70 colt collet barrel bushing reliability the high road. It was later than 75 as it had the small roll marks and checkered grips with gold meds. The original run from 1970 to 1983 also included a fingered collet bushing over a barrel with a widened muzzle end. Mkivseries 70 with original blued finish and checkered walnut grips with silver colt medallions.

Mkiv series 70 production information the series 70 government model colts were chambered in. Factory colt recoil spring cap plug government blue ace colt 1911. In the 1970s, the mk iv series 70 government model superseded the standard government model. Colt mk iv series 70 government model semiautomatic pistol in 9mm luger with box. Colt s manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. I woke up today with the email offer awaiting my decision. I recon that i may save a lot of money by going 9mm instead of 45 for my first in a long time 1911.

If you read my previous blog article on the new mk iv series 70 see. So why is it better than the original series 70s ive owned over the years. Sep 11, 2011 what is the value of my colt mkiv series 70 government model 9mm luger, in very good condition 90 or better answered by a verified firearms expert. I have a colt series 70 government model that still has the collet bushing. The right side of the slide is marked, colt s government model, with the oneline address and serial number stamped below on the frame, and the left side of slide marked, colt mk iv series 70 government model 9mm luger caliber followed by the rampant colt. The right side of the slide is marked, colts government model, with the oneline address and serial number stamped below on the frame, and the left side of slide marked, colt mk ivseries 70government model9mm luger caliber followed by the rampant colt. Aug 21, 2018 in the 1970s, the mk iv series 70 government model superseded the standard government model.

The right side of the slide is marked, colts government model, with the oneline address and serial number stamped below on the frame, and the left side of slide marked, colt mk iv series 70government model9mm luger caliber followed by the rampant colt. Colt series 70 government 1911 handgun shooters report. This one is in excellent condition, retaining about 99% of its metal finish. Standard colt markings, pistol is also marked with german commercial import proofing with a 1976. Colt government model mkivseries 70 9mm semi auto pistols. Take a closer look at this colt mark iv series 70 government model chambered in 9mm steyr. The series 70 made a comeback in 2002 in the new retro line named the mk ivseries 70 government model. The new mk iv series 70 is produced in very limited runs in the colt custom shop. The m1911, also known as the colt government or government, is a singleaction. In this video i take a close look at the internal components of a 9mm luger colt mark iv series 70 government model. A friend has a number of colt mk iv government model. The new colt series 70 government ships with two 7round magazines just like when starsky and hutch was on tv. Steyr 9mm colt mark iv series 70 government model youtube. 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.

Models in stock include delta elite, gold cup, national match, combat and lightweight commanders, xse series and 1991a1 government models, 1911s from the colt custom shop, plus many limited edition and talo exclusive models. In effect, the return to the preseries 80 system at colt is a return to the series 70 style guns and earlier m1911a1s. Colt mk iv series 70 government model 1911 5 blue semi. The left side of the slide is marked colt mk ivseries 70 government model 9mm luger caliber with the rampant colt. Colt pistols 1911 series 70 for sale guns international. Models after 1988 returned to the solid barrel bushing due to. Excellent plus condition colt government model 9mm series 80. Colts 9mm 1911s were the victim of the preferences of their era. Two magazines in fine condition and marked colt super. It has the prefix 70g from 19701976, g70 from 19761980, and 70b from 19801983, when production ceased. Colt mk iv series 70 government 1911, nickel 5 9mm luger.

This m1911 initially retained the split barrel bushing, but it incorporated a new feature hated by m1911 purists. Sell your colt 1911 series 70 for free today on gunsamerica. 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. It is housed in an original colt box and appears to be completely factory original.