Quick Q re: 1969 Pre-Series 70 Grips

[sgtlmj]

Are these the original or correct grips for this vintage? Seller was told that they weren't, but they look like some other 1960's I've seen.

http://san1.atlanta.gbhinc.com/GB/111215000/111215991/pix1271666562.jpg

Thanks in advance!

[SMITHCOLLECTOR]

What you have pictured appear to be replacement grips. Original grips on a Colt Commercial C suffix were plastic. SC

[sgtlmj]

That's what I was thinking too. Also the MSH was checkered and park'd, so it looks like someone tinkered with it. I'll let it pass unless he gives me a crazy low price on it.

[Landman]

It's possible those grips could be original. Below is a picture of a 1968 Colt Gold Cup National Match with similar wood grips. It does sound like the mainspring housing is not correct.

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h196/onexco/Gun%20Collection/ColtNationalMatch03_Small.jpg

[OD*]

The Gold Cups were the first to get the wood stocks with medallions, the '69 Government Model should have the plastic stocks.

[flusher]

Here are the correct stocks

http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l75/p0838/Img1664.jpg

[sgtlmj]

Thanks! My search continues for a 1969 Commercial. Anyone with a lead, please let me know.