![]() Du-Lite bluing over sandblast finish having Keyes Fibre sm. release have matching “P” proofs somewhat larger than others & almost script style. book on page 306 is proper for early Ithaca’s. Top of frame by disconnector marked w/ “H” & “G” which per Clawson’s ref. Nolin is listed on the Oswego, NY honor roll as a Major. Nolin served 1942-1947, awarded the Bronze Star & retired as a Colonel. Nolin carried the pistol in European Theater including Invasion of Normandy in 1944 & for 5 champagnes including Battle of the Bulge. Pistol created by Nolin’s father who was friendly w/ management at Ithaca. Nolin” on right side of slide below port. Nolin upon his commissioning as 2nd Lieutenant in U.S. ![]() May 1942, 7 months before Ithaca made their first 60 standard 1911A1’s & over a year before full production. 5″ correct early Colt Type 6 having “COLT 45 AUTO” on left side above leg, “P” on left leg, unmarked right leg & “F” in front of legs. RARE DOCUMENTED AND INSCRIBED ITHACA EXP.
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