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Colt Ace Model Commercial Semi-Automatic Pistol with Notarized Letter Confirming Ownership to Brigadier General E.F. Straub....
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Colt Ace Model Commercial Semi-Automatic Pistol with Notarized Letter Confirming Ownership to Brigadier General E.F. Straub.Serial no. 9182, .22 long caliber, 4 3/4-inch barrel with fixed front sight and micrometer adjust rear sight. Blued finish. Rampant Colt to left side of slide. Checkered walnut grip panels. Grip safety. Manufactured in 1938. Sold along with notarized letter dated October 20, 1980, stating the pistols association to Brigadier General Elmer F. (Pete) Straub. The typed letter is signed by the General's wife, Mrs. E.F. Thelma Straub.
Note: General Straub was a 34 year veteran with the United States Army, serving in World War I and World War II.
Condition: Very good as refinished. Retaining approximately 95-97% finish with a few signs of handling wear and very fine spots of pitting. Action crisp. Mirror bright bore. Please note: Gun has been refinished. Nelson A. Faerber Collection.
Auction Info
2022 December 12 Arms & Armor, Civil War & Militaria Signature® Auction #6261 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
December, 2022
12th
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