The colt 1911 fires .45ACP ammunition.
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∙ 12y agoAlthough it can be done, DO NOT !! Never fire ammunition in a weapon that it is not chambered for.
your colt model 1911 was made by colt in 1913.
Your colt 1911 was made in 1924.
The Colt 1911 was designed in 1897 and adopted by the US Army in 1911.
By studying the books that have been written on Colt 1911's
With the serial number that you have provided,your Colt Model 1911 was made by Colt in the year 1918.
The term "1911" is generally used to refer to the Colt 1911 semi-automatic pistol. it is a pistol, and not a revolver. However, there ARE revolvers that fire the same cartridge- the .45 ACP. But they are not referred to as "1911s".
Many have, primarily Colt.
Post 1972 detective specials are rated for 3,000 rounds of +p ammunition but Colt recommends that after 3,000 rounds they be sent back to Colt for inspection.
+P ammunition differs only in having more powder - the cartridge dimensions remain the same. Most Colt products are capable of handling +P ammunition, and even +P+ - however, you should contact customer service with the model and serial number of your firearm to get confirmation directly from the company that your pistol is rated to withstand the additional pressure generated by +P ammunition.
Your Colt 1911 national match was made in 1963.
Your colt 1911 was made for the U S GOVERMENT in 1919.