Early Colt SP1 - 1965 Mfg

Description

5/2/24 - This is a scarce, early Colt SP1 that was made at the very end of 1964 or one of the first produced in 1965, and one of the first ~2500 ever made. The finish is original and in excellent condition with only minor surface scuffing. It has the early style upper receiver with no provisions for a forward assist. The lower receiver has the Colt four line markings with the four digit serial number "SP1, Serial Number "SP 02543". The Type 1 lower receiver has the roll pin hole at the rear and the '+' symbol cast mark on the right side front. It is fitted with the early original parts including the original non-chrome lined Winchester barrel having only a small "M" mark between the front sight post rings on the right side. The barrel is fitted with the early three-prong flash hider along with the checkered edge washer. The bolt has the early Colt version that is all chrome plated with the acid etched 'M' and 'P' markings. It still retains its original first generation Type 1 old style, large head, two-piece type edgewater recoil buffer. It is also fitted with it original black plastic earlier type one 1 1/8" pistol grip, and the stock is also the early version Type 1 that lacks any provisions for the internal storage compartment in the rear. Only the lined solid rubber butt-plate with the solid screw retainer. Swinging swivels with roll pin fasteners front and back. Terrific bore.