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The Colt model of 1917 revolver just like the Smith and Wesson model of 1917 revolver was made from 1917 until January of 1919,for use in World War I. Another answer: 1918 specifically
if your pistol is of the model 1911 with serial number 189558 then it was made in 1917 by colt. If it is the revolver then the serial number is to high for the 1917 revolver.
The Model 1911 wasn't a revolver. Are you sure you're not thinking of the Model 1917?
A Colt 1911 government model with that serial number was made in 1917.if you are talking about a colt single action revolver than it was made in 1894.
Colt Model 1877 "Lightning" Double Action Revolver in caliber .38 Colt and the similar revolver model "Thunderer" in caliber .41 Colt.
The sn range for U.S. Military M1917 Revolver's made by Colt is 1-151700.
Colt or S&W 1917
made approx. 1917/1918
The Model 1911 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45ACP. The Model 1917 is a large frame revolver also chambered in .45ACP but using half-moon or full-moon clips to hold the rounds.
colt also made the model 1917 revolver in 45 cal. the S&W (depending on overall condition) could bring anywhere from $200 to $600. If in mint condition maybe more.
YOu will have to call Colt to find out.
probably WW1 era.................