I was at the gun show today, and noticed a private seller trying to sell his gun. Turns out it was a Colt Gold Cup (Series 80). He says he bought it new in the late 80's. It looked like it was in good shape (good meaning it had a few scratches and some holster wear near the muzzle). The frame had been hard chromed, while the slide was blue. It also had an extended mag release and a few other little baubles. He wanted 650 for it, but was willing to take 600. I gave him my card and told him I'd consider it. Well, what do you think? I've been looking for a Gold Cup, but would rather buy a new one. This seems like a tough deal to pass up, though. Any thoughts?
Gold Cup for 600???
- Thread starter branrot
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Have to agree...
Jump on that ASAP! Just make sure it's a gold cup, and not a GC slide on a regular 80 series... My dad was fortunate to pick up an 80 series GC last January for 500 - 600 bucks.
Only problem was the previous owner was ham fisted and scratched the frame and slide with the slide release. There really should be a term for this injury to a 1911, and for the person that does it...
Jump on that ASAP! Just make sure it's a gold cup, and not a GC slide on a regular 80 series... My dad was fortunate to pick up an 80 series GC last January for 500 - 600 bucks.
Only problem was the previous owner was ham fisted and scratched the frame and slide with the slide release. There really should be a term for this injury to a 1911, and for the person that does it...