During the early and mid 90s I wasbuying Colt Government Mk. The best start is the serial number on the receiver. SerialNumber: SF39625 I'm not too well versed in 1911's, I had a para hi cap but sold it ratherquickly. Manufacturer: Colt Model: MK IV Series 80 Officers ACP 45. Edit.COLT MK IV SERIES 80.38 SUPER ENHANCED BRIGHT STAINLESS in category Guns _Pistols _ Colt Automatic Pistols (1911 & Var) offered by Bob FFL Serial Number SG04072E -Confirmed by Colt to be 1994 manufacturing date. Published serial number data for Colt stops before yourswas made. What do I need to Around 1979/80 the serial numbers changed again, this timewith a 'B70' at the end.
I think I want a Colt 1911MKIV Series 70. Colt 1911 Mkiv Series 80 Serial NumbersFeatured Gun Classifieds Colt Pistols - 1911 Series 80.