Any Listing of Model Numbers?

[Vettepartz]

I notice that the factory original boxes have a model number on them which, I assume, goes along with such peculiarities of the handgun such as barrel length, finish, etc. Is there a listing somewhere of these numbers and the model that they reference?

[JimIII]

I have this question as well - I notice that no one has replied after 4 days........

[Hawkmoon]

The model numbers are listed on Colt's web site. For example, the O1991 is the blued steel version of the 5" 1991 series pistol.

http://www.coltsmfg.com/cmci/1991.asp

The O1970CM is the hard chromed version of the Special Combat Government

http://www.coltsmfg.com/cmci/Special.asp

The O1970A1CS is the blued steel version of the Series 70 reissue.

http://www.coltsmfg.com/cmci/Series70.asp

[JimIII]

I think vettepartz is looking for a list of all model numbers.
The Colt web site only has part numbers for their current offering shown on the web site.
For example, I own a Gov't MK IV Series 80 in blue manufactured in 1983.
The model # is 08111 FS.
I would like to know if these digits have any meaning.

[Vettepartz]

Thank you gentlemen. I was wondering if there is a listing of all the model numbers, past and present. I would think that Colt has something like this in a data base. For instance, I have a Mark IV Series 80 Officer's Model with the matte blue finish. How could I find the model number that Colt used for this particular gun? Or for other guns that Colt has produced?

[Landman]

I think this might be what you are looking for. Looks like the Model Number is 09080. This is one I bought from forum member Clughog. Thanks again Creighton :)

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h196/onexco/Gun%20Collection/ColtOfficerBlue01.jpg

[Vettepartz]

Thanks for that picture, Landman. That looks exactly like what I have. I still wonder if there is a master list somewhere of model numbers. By the way, your box label lists the finish as blue, and not matte. I wonder why they did that.

[Landman]

The box does say "Blue" but the finish is definitely "Matte Blue". It feels like a parkerized finished...not a traditional polished blue. Sorry, I can't help you with a master list. I'd like to see one too if you ever find one. Take care.

Thanks for that picture, Landman. That looks exactly like what I have. I still wonder if there is a master list somewhere of model numbers. By the way, your box label lists the finish as blue, and not matte. I wonder why they did that.

[Vettepartz]

Thank you for the pictures and the help. I will let you know if I can locate any listings of model numbers.
BTW, that is one fine looking handgun you have there, and it looks like you plan on keeping it as "NIB" condition.

[Cleveland]

I have a spreadsheet started that I think has what your looking for? How can I post that here?

[Hunter]

Cleveland I imagine you could cut and paste the spreadsheet to the forum. That would be helpful.
By the way the article is finished on your 01918 and I will send you the final draft in the next few days.
For the model numbers you can always call Colt at 1 800 962 Colt.

[Landman]

Thanks for the compliment. It is still "NIB" for now but only because I have another stainless Officer I enjoy shooting. I'm sure I'll probably shoot this one eventually though...just can't help myself :)

Thank you for the pictures and the help. I will let you know if I can locate any listings of model numbers.
BTW, that is one fine looking handgun you have there, and it looks like you plan on keeping it as "NIB" condition.

[Cleveland]

Cleveland I imagine you could cut and paste the spreadsheet to the forum. That would be helpful.
By the way the article is finished on your 01918 and I will send you the final draft in the next few days.
For the model numbers you can always call Colt at 1 800 962 Colt.


Thanks for the heads up. I tried to copy and past it but it loses the pretty formatting and just looks like a lot of confusing text. I'll try a html doc and see if that looks better.

[Cleveland]

Here is a partial list. Let me know if this is useful and I will continue with the research.

Thanks
http://fordfairlane.com/cruffel/Colt/coltmodel.html

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