Russian World War 1 Contract Colt 1911
This video focuses on a specific variant of the Colt 1911 pistol, highlighting its historical significance as a Russian World War I contract purchase. The description details the quantity acquired by the Russian government (approximately 51,000 units) and the timeframe of their shipment (1916-1917). It also mentions the role of JP Morgan as the purchasing agent and notes distinctive Cyrillic markings on later production examples. The content delves into the specifics of these historic firearms.













