I have a Colt LWC I bought from another member here a few years ago. It was my 3rd 1911 at the time and have since sold my Colt gold cup. It has pretty much been a safe queen after function testing with a few flavors of fmj. My favorite and 1st 1911 was a Stainless Smith 1911 SC. I still remember the guy at the pawn shop remarking that he would have no problem selling it if I flaked out after ordering it.
It has seen a couple modifications over the years but also spends a lot of time in the safe. I would say I regret selling the gold cup but I'm not much of a collector and I've got no kids so se la vie. I always liked the thought of a double stack or 1911 chambered in 9mm but that's another story.
Anyhow, with everything gun related shooting through the roof, I've considered letting the LWC go. However, the more I look into it, the more my instincts tell me to hold onto it. The overall number of LWCs out there seem low or at least there aren't many listed as if most people are holding onto them. With Colt now changing hands once again I'm starting to appreciate having an original.
This particular LWC is a two tone model chambered in 38 super. I happen to also have a fair stock of ammo, brass, bullets and a die set for it. The question is... Keep or sell ? I don't know if it's rare enough to keep going up in value but I also don't need the cash right now.
Unfortunately I'm away from home right now or I'd post pics. I have feeling moonpie will show up sooner or later to brow beat me into posting some but for now, anyone have an opinion or good insight to share ?
It has seen a couple modifications over the years but also spends a lot of time in the safe. I would say I regret selling the gold cup but I'm not much of a collector and I've got no kids so se la vie. I always liked the thought of a double stack or 1911 chambered in 9mm but that's another story.
Anyhow, with everything gun related shooting through the roof, I've considered letting the LWC go. However, the more I look into it, the more my instincts tell me to hold onto it. The overall number of LWCs out there seem low or at least there aren't many listed as if most people are holding onto them. With Colt now changing hands once again I'm starting to appreciate having an original.
This particular LWC is a two tone model chambered in 38 super. I happen to also have a fair stock of ammo, brass, bullets and a die set for it. The question is... Keep or sell ? I don't know if it's rare enough to keep going up in value but I also don't need the cash right now.
Unfortunately I'm away from home right now or I'd post pics. I have feeling moonpie will show up sooner or later to brow beat me into posting some but for now, anyone have an opinion or good insight to share ?
