I have a 1943 Colt that my uncle picked-up on the field in France 1944, his offer to purchase was refused, so he became the proud owner. It was “accuracized” by many post armorers then sent on it first of several trips to Jim Clark for adjustable sights, than all of the known enhancements..
It has been shot and shot and shot some more. I have no doubt that it will still be shooting when it hits its 100 birthday.

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