A couple of things:
Does anyone have any idea when the Norinco "Model of the 1911A1"s were first imported into the US? They were not shown in any of the '92 annuals I have.
I have been attempting to determine the serial number range of the pistols (1911A1 and 1911A1 C) imported as well as the various importer markings.
Lowest number I've found to date is 309,XXX with importer marks of MADE IN CHINA BY NORINCO, C.S.I. CA on the left side of the frame.
Highest number found so far is 614,XXX with the "MADE IN CHINA..." marking on the left side of the frame and S.S.I. ONT. CA on the right side of the frame.
If any one could help with my research, please PM me.
I want the serial number in the above format as well as the frame markings, (slide marks too if they are different than the "MODEL OF THE 1911A [Norinco Stamp] .45 AUTOMATIC").
Thanks
Does anyone have any idea when the Norinco "Model of the 1911A1"s were first imported into the US? They were not shown in any of the '92 annuals I have.
I have been attempting to determine the serial number range of the pistols (1911A1 and 1911A1 C) imported as well as the various importer markings.
Lowest number I've found to date is 309,XXX with importer marks of MADE IN CHINA BY NORINCO, C.S.I. CA on the left side of the frame.
Highest number found so far is 614,XXX with the "MADE IN CHINA..." marking on the left side of the frame and S.S.I. ONT. CA on the right side of the frame.
If any one could help with my research, please PM me.
I want the serial number in the above format as well as the frame markings, (slide marks too if they are different than the "MODEL OF THE 1911A [Norinco Stamp] .45 AUTOMATIC").
Thanks