Manufactured in 1970. For some unknown reason, only 2% of Colt's production of Pre-Series 70 Model 1911-A1 were manufactured in factory nickel finish. This percentage jumped substantially upon the introduction of the Series 70. Maybe it was the added cost of the nickel finish or quite possibly that the production demand on Pre-Series 70's that limited the number of pistols manufactured with this finish. Regardless, this is one of the most handsome pistols ever manufactured. Features two toned high polish nickel finish with the top of slide and bottom of frame finished in satin. This pistol sports a pair of genuine bone grips. All original period parts. Gun retains approximately 99% of the original factory finish showing little to no use with ever so light drag line. Factory letter states it was shipped to Thomas Hereford Company Prestonsburg, Kentucky July 1, 1970 with two guns in shipment. Comes in a new two-piece Colt wood grain box with instructions. Serial Number-334930C; Manufacturer-Colt; Model-1911A1; Caliber-.45 ACP; Barrel Length-5"; FFL Status-Modern;