A pair of Aces

[Classic12]

3 years ago I bought a 1979 made Service Model Ace (O1974)

It was not in very good condition, some wear and blueing loss, the trigger was badly Dremeled to “soften” the edges and it had a modified threaded barrel to accommodate a silencer. But it was reasonably priced at $ 600.

I cleaned it up, changed the trigger and bought a second NOS original barrel. I’ve shot this gun quite a lot, it’s been reliable and a ton of fun.





So when I recently saw this ANIB 1978 model for sale I couldn’t resist. Bought it for $ 1000.-



















One mag only, which mag is different from the ones I already had








The LGS who arranged the transfer kindly gifted me a vintage Colt pouch







The pair of Aces








Not sure if I keep the old one or if I sell it

[boatdoc55]

I think I'd keep them both and see what happens with Colt now being under CZ's flag!! You might just have a couple of real winners there.

[Hammer Time]

Wow - a gorgeous pair of Ponies! Thanks for sharing!

[bang bang]

when i got my 80s ACE it was the fav toy to take out back then.

it hasnt been out of the sable in a long time, but its still a cool toy.

if you got yours for 600, you got a good deal.  Even in a used condition and yours in not in that bad considering its used, it would go over 1K easily.

[Classic12]

Took the new Ace to the indoor 25 m range, it’s a very decent shooter; reliable too.