The 1991 series incorporates fullsized blued and stainless models in either. Colt was thus inspired to introduce the next item in the retro line, a new mk ivseries 70 government model like those manufactured for. Colt s entire line of 1911 style pistols were switched to the new design in 1983, so they all bore the series 80 designation even the commander and officers acp models. Nov 29, 2015 colt fans will argue that series 70 and 80 only apply to colt and any other manufacture claiming series 80 are really just stating it has a firing pin block and mechanism, colt clones retain many of the differences that are seen in a series 70 vs 80 colt 1911. Theres just something about a colt government 1911. If you have or buy a series 70 1911, is it will it be safe and reliable. Dec 23, 2016 colt s mk iv series 70 government model a long name for this iconic 45 acp handgun, but a gun well worth its status in american history. In this instance however, all of colts 1911pattern pistols incorporated. The 19912001 model used a large m1991a1 roll mark engraved on the slide. The ww2 reproduction pistols were an immediate success, even despite the limited availability of just 4000 units and high custom shop price tag. Its most notable feature was the 4 pronged collet barrel bushing. Many a keystroke has been dedicated to the differences between the colt series 70 and series 80 pistols. Colt mkiv series 80 government model semiautomatic pistol.
Also has a wilson combat backstrap, hammer, and beavertail. I dont have a colt series 80, but i have a taurus with the series 80 firing pin safety, and i like it. The purpose of the firing pin block is to prevent the firing pin from moving forward unless the trigger is depressed. Complete 1911 80% build kits shop glock, 1911 80% kits. Developed in the year 1991, the colt 1991 resembles the original m1911 closely, which was used in the wwi. Parts illustration and list colt mk iv series 80 pistols. Colt fans will argue that series 70 and 80 only apply to colt and any other manufacture claiming series 80 are really just stating it has a firing pin block and mechanism, colt clones retain many of the differences that are seen in a series 70 vs 80 colt 1911. A gun dealer looked at it and said that the lower was made by colt but the upper was. Colt mk iv series 80 government model semiautomatic pistol. Upgrades from the original include white dot sights and a lowered ejection port for extra reliability. The most widely produced, copied, used, talked about, written about and debated handgun in the world. Colts mk ivseries 70 government model a long name for this iconic 45 acp handgun, but a gun well worth its status in american history. 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. Jun 21, 2017 national match mk iv series 80 parts illustration.
Colt series 80 firing pin block mechanism sight m1911. Make offer colt 1911 gold cup trophy, series 80 blued slide 45acp and national match barrel. Parts are available to the public for self installation, but can also be installed by our highly trained gunsmiths. The m1911 and m1911a1 pistols do not have this device. The 1911 government series 80 completely disassembled. Become your own firearm builder with any of our 1911 pistol kits.
Great looking pistol, functions flawless, and is dead on accurate. Between 1983 and 1988, government and gold cup models of series 80 guns contained series 70type barrels and bushings. In the case of the pistol we used to illustrate this article a colt series 80, this can easily be done with our bare hands, without the bushing tool, so all we need to do is to press the recoil spring plug to release the barrel bushing which can then be twisted clockwise on its axis. Get the best deals on colt colt action parts pistol parts when you shop the largest online selection at. A quick look at another variation of the colt government model, the combat government model. Browse all new and used colt pistols 1911 series 80 for sale and buy with confidence from guns international. It served as the standardissue sidearm for the united states armed forces from 1911 to 1986. Colt 1911 firing pin 9mm 38 super blue factory colt part series 80 gold cup. Colt mk iv series 70 government model semiautomatic pistol. Brownells is your source for colt 1911 parts at brownells parts and accessories. Brownells is your source for 1911 government parts at brownells. The major changes were a slightly heavier slide and a slotted collet barrel bushing. Colt auto pistols 1911a1 government series 80 o frame parts list. Should you buy or modify a series 80 or series 70 1911 pistol.
The firing pin block is a pain in the ass to put back in but mine has been uber reliable. Shop for colt model 1911 government series 80 parts with numrich gun parts. Buy now and save when you buy direct from the manufacturer. Jan 04, 2017 colt government model preseries 70 1911 ammoland gun news. Midwest gun works is proud to offer a wide variety of firearm parts from colt. We know that 80 % 1911 pistol kits are much more affordable and serve well as fully functional, everyday carry firearms. A ready to go, store bought 1911 handgun is one thing, but assembling your. Colt 1911 government model series 80 stainless semi auto.
The colt 1991 series is probably the leastvalued government model of all time. Get the best deals on colt stainless steel pistol parts and upgrade. Given the many 1911 benefits, should you buy a series 80 or series 70 1911 pistol. Available for purchase at our online store the timetested colt government model is available in. Aug 21, 2018 early commercial colt 1911 government model.
It is recommended that all parts be fit by a qualified gunsmith. Colts entire line of 1911style pistols were switched to the new design in 1983, so they all bore the series 80 designation even the commander and officers acp models. Dec 02, 2011 a quick look at another variation of the colt government model, the combat government model. Colt series 80 government 1911addicts the premiere 1911. Colt mkiv series 80 government model z27536 united. Its now simply a series 80 government model, and as such the newer. Subsequently, colt produced the same pistol with a steel frame and named this more traditional model a combat commander. I think its the best raw material for customization out there, at least if you want a gun and not just parts. Colt combat government model series 70, 1911 1911a1. More places for dirt to accumulate, grease to impinge operation, parts to go wrong, general malfunctions and stoppages to occur, and parts to break or affect. This firing pin blocking mechanism on the series 80 colts differentiates the series 80 colts from the true m1911a1 pistols. The colt series 80 government is the quintessential basic model 1911. The 1991 enables the shooters to own a traditional 1911 pistol that has been upgraded with some modernday features. These updates were added in 1983 and were dubbed the series 80 since the previous revision to the base model gun was similarly dubbed the series 70.
Was a favorite of mine, and had the best trigger of any 1911 i have ever shot, but i was after a grail gun so it had to go. Genuine oem colt stainless steel 1911 thumb safety defendergovernment. This is also available in a blued finish, though this. Colt 1911 mk iv series 80 government model 45 acp in stainless steel. In 1991 colt revamped their 1911 line by turning the basic government model into a valuepriced item. Colt pistols 1911 series 80 for sale guns international. In 1983 the series 80 models were introduced with the new firing pin safety system, which guarded against an accidental discharge should a loaded pistol be dropped onto a hard surface. Colt government 1911 full size series 80 hard chrome price reduced. With the help of a roll pin punch, we push in the rear end of the firing pin and the firing pin lock plunger, so that the rear plate is free to slide out of its recess. Click on any part number highlighted in red to view specific details or to purchase online.
Series 80 firing system the colt 1991 series is a direct descendant of the original colt m1911. Recently traded into a 1983 colt 1911 series 80 government and do not know much about this 1911 and hope to have a few things clarified. Most of the contemporary 1911 pistol brands have some version or form of the firing pin safety system. Appears unused, mechanically fine and clean, having a slight mark on the left side of. Should you buy or modify a series 80 or series 70 1911.
The 2001 model introduced a new colts government model roll mark engraving. Some guys inherently dont like the firing pin safety on a series 80 because 1911 s didnt used to have this. Oct 01, 2018 the colt series 80 government is the quintessential basic model 1911. Buy colt 1911 government model series 80 stainless. From the ar platform to the 1911 and more, find the best colt replacement or upgrade part for your firearm. Our colt custom shop offers a wide range of special services such as engraving, inlaying and special serializing to the same high standard of quality long synonymous with the name colt. A couple have both the series 70 and series 80 combat governments. If you have a 1911 that is not made by colt, it is not and can never be a series 70. Sell your colt 1911 series 80 for free today on gunsamerica. Get the best deals on colt colt action parts pistol parts. Click on any part number highlighted in red to view specific. Colt government model preseries 70 1911 ammoland gun news.
We know that 80% 1911 pistol kits are much more affordable and serve well as fully functional, everyday carry firearms. Find colt model 1911a1 government series 80 parts from numrich gun parts. Shopping for colt auto pistol parts for your 1911, mustang, or woodsman. Originally, only 1911 government frames had the series 70 collet bushing. The m1911, also known as the colt government or government, is a singleaction, semiautomatic, magazinefed, recoiloperated pistol chambered for the. This particular one just happens to be beautiful as well. Colt s manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. Then a few years ago, colt brought out the series 70 reissue model. If you buy a series 80 1911, should you remove certain parts. Factory colt recoil spring cap plug government blue ace colt 1911. Colt and only colt made a series 70 model which was a full sized government model that ran from approx. Colt eventually changed the collet bushing, and the series 70 pistol became the.
Numrich gun parts has a huge selection of colt auto pistol parts and schematics for you to choose from, and provides the experience and service that you can only find from a company that has served the shooting community since 1950. The series 80 iswas the term used to refer to a number of modifications made to the firing mechanism of the colt 1911 pistol. And the trickiest part is where the two little pieces go for the model 80 parts. Colt introduced this model in 1970 as a newer version of the model 1911a1. Find great deals on ebay for colt 1911 parts and 1911 colt used gun parts. So we continue with the disassembly of the internal slide parts of this 1911 which includes the automatic firing pin safety update introduced with the colt series 80 models. A long trigger, flat mainspring housing and original style recoil spring system remain from the original m1911 design. By describing non colt 1911 handguns as series 70 or 80, it makes it easier to. Colt government model preseries 70 1911 my favorite pistol. It is important when purchasing spare parts to know which model you have. The colt government model 1911 is referred to by many as the worlds greatest handgun. Congrats on the purchase, ive told myself i would look for a nice 70 series to replace it in the future. Usa in one form or another, i have shot, customized, accessorized, reloaded for, and generally admired this one.
The colt 1991 makes use of the series 80 firing mechanism, beavertail grip, spur hammer and a solid trigger. Ever since, the term commander has been used to designate 1911s that have 4. Colt series 70 government 1911 handgun shooters report. Colt 1911 1991 government series 80 is this a good deal. Some guys inherently dont like the firing pin safety on a series 80 because 1911s didnt used to have. The series 80 1911 added four parts to the series 70, and that is what some folks complain about, adding four unnecessary according to some parts. Get the best deals on colt pistol action parts when you shop the largest online selection at. Colt combat government model series 70, 1911 1911a1 youtube. All parts in this category are specific to the 1911 pistol unless otherwise noted.