Originally produced by Remington-Rand in 1943, this pistol was subsequently selected for upgrade to a National Match competition-grade pistol and fitted with a "MFR5T083" and "NM7790314" marked slide. Serrated Patridge blade front sight and Triangle adjustable rear sight, "7267718/NM" bushing, full blued barrel marked "COLT 45 AUTO" and numbered to the gun on the chamber hood, and an "FJA" inspected frame with "SA", "T", and "NM" stamps. Equipped with a long serrated adjustable trigger, serrated narrow hammer, checkered front strap, arched serrated mainspring housing with lanyard loop, checkered grips, and a full blue magazine with Rock Island Arsenal marked base plate. Includes a Kraft style box hand numbered to the gun and a bore brush/cleaning rod. Provenance: The Steven Preston Military Collection