US Army Model 1917

[TheJoker]

I picked up a Colt Model 1917 tonight. It came with a bit of a bonus. They asked if I was interested in some ammo to go with the revolver and started pulling boxes, bags and Tupperware full of .45acp out of the closet. All said and done, it was almost 1000 rounds. Well, I said I hadn't planned or budgeted for the extra ammo. In fact, on the way there I bought 100 rounds from my favorite LGS. They said that since I had been so much help with the appraising and selling of the grandfather's collection that I should take the ammo and bring them another $100 next month.

As I've said before, I am not very familiar with this revolver; but, gosh it feels good to handle. It seems as rugged and sturdy as they come. It is a "hulk" of a revolver!

Here is the revolver with the reproduction holster I bought last week.

The US Property stamp is under the barrel.

And these markings on the grip.

It certainly makes a good companion to my Eddystone Model of 1917.

 

[in625shooter]

Congrats! As a 625 fan I don't think you will be disappointed. Something really neat about shooting some history.

 

[HavokCycle]

oh thats beautiful. my next piece will be a 1917

 

[Sylvain]

Very nice model!

 

[pokersamurai]

Great find! I've wanted one of those ever since I first saw Raiders of the Lost Ark.

 

[Clay]

Awesome post in so many ways!!

The 1917 is on my short list of WWII firearms I need.

 

[tacdriver]

Love the picture of the M17 and the Colt, really cool indeed

 

[Colt556]

Very nice indeed. I like mine very much.

 

[60Driver]

Would LOVE to have a Colt to go with my Smith 1917. Moon Clips are just plain cool! Great purchase on a truly classic revolver and piece of history, congrats!

 

[TheJoker]

I don't remember the fella's name; but, I met a guy at the NFA shoot in September. I struck up a conversation with him because he was the only other fella there whose side arm was more obsolete than my Walther. He showed me his S&W Model 1917. And he offered to let me shoot it. So, a few months later the opportunity to jump on this pristine Colt 1917 landed in my lap. I had to have it. I wish I remembered his name because it is all his fault I bought this fine revolver!

 

[Clay]

I dont remember his name but that was VUPDblue's Dad! and there was a very cool story behind that pistol. We had a nice conversation about it.

 

[Kagnew]

As you can see, this gun is clearly marked "US Property". As a retired US Army NCO, I will be willing to accept it back into governmental custody and assure you that no further investigation will ensue.

 

[indy1919a4]

So joker how would you compare shooting the 1917 vs the 1911.. BOth shooting the same shells????

 

[Sniper 79]

Awesome gun with awesome history behind it. If they could only talk and tell their story. My uncle had one and sold it on me. I was quite upset last I asked about it and he told me he let it go. I would have loved to have it especially since I am now into 1911's and reloading the .45 cartridge.

 

[Liberty1911]

Nice!

 

[dnurk]

Beautiful gun. Thanks for sharing. It is one on my want list as well. Love the history behind those old warhorses.

 

[leper65]

Not a revolver fan but that's looks pretty good! Love the history on the old ones.

 

[SLIM86]

Beautiful gun!

 

[Lilboy1023]

Nice find. One day I hope to start collecting some of these old guns.

 

[Kagnew]

Actually, the first handgun I ever owned was a Model 1917 Colt. I was going through AIT at Fort Devens, Mass., and had a friend who was from a little 'burg over in upstate New York. He and I made several trips to his parents' home to go hunting. He sold me a Model 1917 which had been Parkerized and was pretty-well "used", but - for $50 (including three or four half-moon clips and a box and a half of ammo) - I don't think I got hurt! To this day, I can't remember what I later traded it for, but am still kicking myself.