Correct-feature identification is one of the most important parts of evaluating U.S. military M1911 and M1911A1 pistols. These pages provide collector-reference guidance for common WWII and service-era parts.
WWI, WWII, replacement, and rebuild-era barrel references.
Brown plastic, walnut, Keyes Fiber, and replacement grip references.
Arched, flat, checkered, serrated, and rebuild-era examples.
Wide spur, narrow spur, checkered, and wartime variations.
Long, short, stamped, milled, and wartime trigger references.
Contractor markings, finishes, floorplates, and WWII magazine references.
Blue, brushed blue, parkerized, arsenal, and refinished examples.