Hearing you talk about the Colt 1911 is like sitting down at the fireplace after being out in the cold rain. Just warms my heart. I will always feel secure with my combat elite.

Once again, you are an American treasure. Some people may not appreciate a 1911, but love James Dean, Brando. It's the same thing. It is uniquely ours. From Alvin York to the movies and right down to our local matches. This is ours. How does a machine over 100 years old still look futuristic? I have no words.

..no man can own too many 1911s..

Bought mine new in or around 1980. I will always cherish it. And keep it!! Colt Series 70 Gold Cup National March 1911❤️

I’ve had many Colts, starting in the mid 80’s. The 1911 was the pistol for serious hand gunners … according to Jeff Cooper. I never had one I was happy with that came out of Hartford. In the 80’s, they were junk. I got hooked on 10mm early on, and used two different Delta Elites for both duty carry and competition. They both beat themselves to death in short order. Springfields required a little tuning in the early 90’s, but always turned out to be better on the long run than anything Colt put out. However, for some unknown reason, I bought one of Colts new blued series 70 two years ago. It is probably the best handgun to come out of Hartford in my lifetime. Fit and finish is exactly as it should be. I think right now, truly is the golden era of firearms.

A series 80 Gold Cup was the first centerfire pistol I ever bought in 1988. It’s so nice to see them bring back the raised rib and also make the National Match version a Series 70.

The $25 trigger job is awesome. Had no idea it existed. Thanks for sharing.

That is such a beautiful handgun. The Gold Cup NM has always been a gun I've found extremely beautiful in every way. The Post War NM models are somewhat of a grail gun to me. Just beautiful all around.

My first purchase after I graduated college in 1986 was a Gold Cup 45 - love it still!

The Colt Gold Cup National Match to me is the epitome of class. And I think it's quite fitting that you own one. Class deserves class. Hope you're doing well and God Bless.

Two decades ago I spent the money for a Les Baer Premier II SUPER TAC 1911 for the same reasons; an extremely accurate pistol that's guaranteed 1½" groups at 50 yards.

What a FUN episode. Thank you for the history, and sharing your sense of joy at a special acquisition.

My first pistol I ever purchased was a Series 80 Gold Cup National Match in Nickel for $825 in 1992… I’ve always treasured it and it shoots so well I’m thrilled. (Actually out shot my buddy with his new $2500 Les Baer..probably the shooter) I still have my blue box and everything it came with tucked away… great review 👍🏼

Your nostalgia about driving by the Colt Factory, as well as the Army, brought back lots of childhood memories from growing up in CT. Enjoy your pistol. God Bless!

It's beyond iconic. It is a tool that has served the US Military so well that it continues in use among some highly trained operators. It earned its longevity by serving us so well for so long.

I was not a 1911 guy... Until I bought a 1911. First 1911 was a WW2 Vintage Remington Rand with a Colt slide. I say "first" because you know where it goes. Love your videos as always, sir!

Colt may have an imperfect history, but as you say - iconic! I’ve been fortunate enough over the last 50 yrs. to have owned and shot MANY Colt firearms, luckily no bad ones, 1911’s, Pythons etc. I’m happy that you’ve added this one to your collection and appreciate and enjoy it so much. My Colt’s Custom Shop “green label” Python was one of the absolute finest handguns I ever owned. My first new 1911, a series 70 Government model in nickel $237! That 6” Python purchased two moths later was $500, a God awful amount of money for a guy making $200 a week back then! GunBlue - enjoy it and thanks for sharing it with all.

Congratulations on your purchase, I to am a 1911 fan boy, we share a lot in common. I was in Nam with the 173rd and 101st and stayed around the green machine for 23 yrs, then I did 17 with the Fed Police. Your are a 100 per cent about the 1911, there is something special about it. I got hooked back in the 60's with Col Cooper and his modern technique. The Army gave me the start and I have followed thru all these years, still rely on it. There is something special about a Colt 1911, enjoy it, us old timers know the magic. Take Care.

I've always wanted to post something where you might read it, about how much I enjoy and appreciate your videos. Your trigger pull (smooth) video alone made a huge improvement in my shooting, and I now do that with all my guns, all the time. I already own a Les Baer Premiere II, so I'm not likely to buy a Gold Cup any more, but it was always one of my dreams. Thank you VERY, VERY much for providing all this helpful information!!!!!

What a great video, watching it feels like sitting on a stool at your bench, listening you talk about your beautiful 1911. Seeing how much you admire your new 1911 made me bring out Brittany [my stainless 1911] and show her some appreciation. Your video has me thinking that I need another 1911

I'm hypnotized I could listen to you all day thanks!

Such a beauty. I discovered these guns as a teen and always wanted a blued N.M. I own two in stainless and even EDC'd one of them for about 10 years. This gun is the last 1911 on my list but I just haven't done it yet. Congrats on your fine new Colt!

ITCH? Hell it's a 24/7 problem for me.

The variation in trigger pull was clearly the angle of the scale, you can see the yellow marker sliding ahead of the spring. Beautiful pistol!

This is from someone that has never owned a 1911…I’ve always liked them and when allowed to shoot one at the range by the owner, nothing has ever been more accurate and brilliant to shoot. Amazing and beautiful gun! My 1911 friends at the range cringe in disgust when I bring out my Glock, they just ask me to move two lanes over and pretend they don’t know me. 😂

The Colt GCNM is truly a slice of Americana! I have never owned one, but it's definitely on my short list. Your channel and reviews are top notch!

Thank you for another great video, GunBlue. I always learn something from your videos. I went to my gun safe to retrieve my Series 80 Gold Cup that my father left me and performed the John Contos trigger job. Sure enough, it took almost 3/4 of a pound off. Thanks, and keep up the good work.

I've watched a number of your videos, but this one was different. When you were talking about this new Gold Cup you recently purchased, you absolutely beamed! It is obvious you greatly appreciate traditional blued steel and walnut; you're a man after my own heart! Though modern firearms made from stainless steel, carbon fiber, and fiberglass can be made to shoot amazingly well, they simply don't bring out the pride of ownership and the feeling a person gets from handling a firearm made from steel and figured wood! Whelenshooter

My father purchased this exact model but chambered in 38 super. Have to say it is wonderful to shoot; from the classic design, to the function of the firearm. Very nice review, happy plinking.

Really looking forward to the range test, GunBlue! Beautiful new Gold Cup. Enjoy it, you certainly deserve it!

Sir, I just stopped by to thank you for the many hours of information and wise counsel that I've appreciated from you over the past 5 or 10 years. Best regards! (a Canadian)

The first colt that I bought the exact same model 8 years ago!! I really enjoy watching your channel . Keep up the great job ! We both enjoy the same guns I always enjoy waiting for next video. As always be safe and enjoy your fine purchase!

Love this gentleman and his love and knowledge with guns and congrats on your purchase. I think the one you bought appears to be MUCH better than the ones I have checked out lately, especially with the thumb safeties. Most have been absolutely close to dangerous they are fit so bad. Glad my Colts are 20 to 30 years old. Enjoy that new MATCH.

Beautiful Pistol! Can't wait to see how it runs. I purchased a used Colt 1911 Government for the same reasons you had, except mine was a 38 Super. It's just something I always wanted, and it shoots like a dream. Like you said, you really don't need to pay big bucks for a really nice 1911.

Thank you sir for yet another interesting video. 🙏 Also this time I learned many new useful things. We can't wait to see a video with the test fire and its result on target!

Nice piece!! Excellent video thanks . Love the blued finish with the wooden grips looks real sharp.

Another great video! It's a Series 70 Colt Gold Cup, no other explanation for wanting or need. Colt's had it's blunders through the years, but I think the guns coming out of the factory now are pretty solid. Can't wait to see the test video. God Bless

Awesome video and I absolutely love your content you make. You have inspired me to be a great caretaker of my firearms and helped me be a great shooter. Thank you and God Bless!! Have a happy 4 of July weekend!

I have owned a MkIV Series 70 Govt Model since 1978. From new it was ported, polished feed ramp, Micro adjustable rear sight, ramp and fine groove front sight, skeletal ring hammer, extended trigger with adjustable free play and over travel, pinned grip safety, fine sharp checkering on the front strap, main spring housing, front of trigger guard and hammer, a beveled and jet funnel fitted magazine well, a spring damped pin in the recoil spring guide, extended mag release button (small hands) and was satin nickel finished. I have only ever shot Keith type 210 gr semi wad cutters and have fired just over 38500 hand loads in Practical Pistol Competitions during 70’s and 80’s. Believe it or not, only TWO malfunctions both due to old practice cases splitting. In South Africa we had to look after our stuff and get the max out of the cases. There is not many firearms that could come close. Accuracy was able to achieve draw and fire head shots at 50 meters in 2 seconds. They have not got there yet with the modern “plastic” pistols.

Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us once again!

I’m very happy you got yourself a Colt. Enjoy.

I purchased a GCNM Series 70 Mark IV about 3 years ago at an estate sale for $1400. I believe it is late 70s vintage and has Pachmyer grips with Colt emblem on them. It has Elliason sights which look identical to those on yours. Right now it is being worked on by my gunsmith. It has feeding and ejection issues andis waiting on parts right now. I really want this gun to work well because like you say they are beautiful and a work of art. I also have a SR stainless 1911, Remington Rand, Tisas and a Rock Island. All of these 45s perform flawlessly and I really hope he can get the Colt up and running. Always enjoy your videos. THANKS

I've owned 3 Colt Gold Cup's over the last 35 years and no longer have them (with regrets). After watching this video and your other Colt Gold Cup videos I decided to purchase a new one that'll I'll keep this time. I pick it up tomorrow and I hope it's really nice!

In my teens during the 70’s in the Philippines, this pistol was so sought after and revered. Mostly it was simply referred to as the Gold Cup. Fantastic work of art and it shot true and flawlessly every time. As a law enforcement officer here in the US I carried a Glock for most of my 30 year career but I still miss learning how to shoot with a Gold Cup during my teen years. No other gun felt so natural in my hands. Thank you Colt.

Still love this video after multiple viewings. This Gold Cup will be my next 1911. From you and others I am hearing from, Colt is making a decent 1911 again. Thank goodness. When Winston Churchill left politics and rejoined the army to go to France in late 1915, he bought a Colt 1911. Your video reminded me of why. Thank you, sir.

My 80s Colt 1991A1 basic model was my first handgun, I fired 8000 rounds in one year including many handloads, wonderful gun, much better than junk from other companies. I traded it in for a 70 series Gold Gold Cup which could fire amazing groups at 25 yards with lots of ammo types. I’ve owned 17 Colt AR15s and never had any issues with any of them. Colt had the best resale value, I’ve never actually lost money on them. My 1991A1 I paid $400 And 8000 rounds later it still looked great and sold it for $500 so I could buy my gold cup.

I am glad you got something you wanted. I am going to watch your testing the Colt now. Congratulations.

I’ve got 2 Colt 1911’s. The Classic and the Competition in stainless. I polished the internals on both and fitted an extended beaver tail to the classic. I’ve tweaked the sear spring on both and they have excellent 3.5# triggers and are extremely accurate. My shooting buddies with more expensive guns are shocked when they handle them and feel the triggers. I think with a little massaging the Colts are great guns and there’s something cool about owning a Colt.

It's nice to know that Colt is back. Thanks for the info sir.

Another excellent video Sir. That new Colt looks nice. I have a 1981 Colt Series 70 Mk IV in .45 that I love. Although my daily carry is a Kimber TLE II .45, my old Colt is still my favorite. Thank you for all your great video content.

I just got into reloading a couple of years ago so I'm amazed anytime I can pickup primers or powder somewhere locally at any price, great video as always

I am very fortunate to have two very nice 1911s. The first is a Wilson Combat 1996-A2 that was made in 2/1997 that I bought used in 1998. S/N WC00XX. It came with all of the factory documents, test target, WC blue nylon pouch and a couple of WC mags. It is a blued pistol with a target trigger, a beaver tail grip safety with a speed bump, full length guide rod, extended safety and slide release and a commander hammer. The Colt was purchased from a local gun shop in 2000. S/N is 58XX-NM and was manufactured in 1960. It is pretty much standard 1911, very much like yours with a flat ribbed slide and target trigger and NM barrel. It does have the Elliason sight, no Gold Cup etch or diamonds on the wood grips. I kind of lucked up on both of these guns at local shops during slow times for the owners. I've got less than $1800 wrapped up in the two of them.

I got the same one 10 years ago . I have had zero problems . Can’t wait to see you get it to the range .

Another great presentation! I was listening to Ken Hackathen with Bill Wilson said in his opinion that today Colt was making the best pistols ever! Best to ya',,,,,!

I have never had one problem with my Colts. They do work well. I just picked up a mint, Delta Elite in 10mm. Great video.

And she's a series 70 ..very nice piece you will enjoy it I love mine..

My first gun was a Ruger SR1911, its shoots phenomenally and I’ve never had a single malfunction in 7 years. However, a Colt Gold Cup National Match has always been my #1 dream gun (besides an original WWI 1911). Like you said, something romantic about Colt, and especially this specific model with the gold logo on the grips, classic blueing but upgraded sights. My first time viewing your channel, you’ve earned a subscriber!

Another fantastic review, I really enjoyed your information and reminiscing about your time as a gunsmith and soldier. I learned so much. I love the 1911 and a great bluing job like that one. Impressive group.

I also bought one some years ago, it's the CGCT, and it's a very wonderful mechanical model.Thank you for your shows. GOD bless.

Oh my goodness, it looks like you have fallen in love again! Enjoy my friend, it is a beautiful classic.

I was looking for my 1st. .45 1911 and looked no further than the gold cup National match. Extremely accurate excellent trigger beautiful gun. Never thought twice. Shoot it every chance I get. Like you I love the history of the GCNM. It’s a Colt !

I know the feeling. I don’t have connections as close to Colt as you do but I’ve always felt the same about the Colt name. My first AR-15 was a Colt LE6920 SOCOM II (which has actually gained value) and years later I purchased a Colt 1911 Government Series 80. I ended up selling the Series 80 a few years ago and have always wanted to replace it. Eventually, last December I purchased a Colt 1911 Competition Series 70 in .45ACP with a blued finish and a Colt 1911 Competition Series 70 in 9mm with a stainless finish at the same time. I love them!

Amazing group at 25 yards! Love your channel keep it up!

Yes Sir, that’s a beauty! Congratulations on a satisfying purchase, can’t wait to see a range video on this one!

Beautiful 1911, congratulations on the purchase!

Great video! I'm with you on the Blue Dome. Catches my attention every time I drive I-91.

lovely gun, thanks for talking us through it.

The first pistol I ever bought was a Colt Mk IV Series 70 Gold Cup National Match. That was 40 years ago! I still have the box and the original receipt up in the attic. The pistol has had countless thousands of rounds put thru it. The only issues I've ever had were the front sight popping off at the range and I finally wore out the slide pin and had to replace that when it started failing to hold the slide open on the last round. I modified it with Bomar sights after the front sight failure, polished the trigger, and put in target weight springs. It is still my favorite 1911 to shoot out of my collection and is far more accurate than I am. Congratulations and I can't wait to see you shooting that fine pistol. An addendum: With good handholds and a sandbag rest you will be able to regularly hit an 11" pie plate at 100 yards.

I can see your a very happy bunny whith your purchase, beauty is as beauty does, and that's one nice firearm, and I hope you have lots of enjoyment shooting it, many thanks for shareing you thoughts whith us, I look forward to perhaps seeing the colt printing paper. Best wishes to you and your's, and may your God go whith you. Stuart Uk.

Glad that you purchased a Colt national match and got a good trigger. Thank you for your video about it and some of Colts history. Late last year I picked up a competition for slightly over msrp. The gold cup national match was a few hundred over msrp and I could not bring myself to be price gouged.. my trigger was closer to five pounds so I ordered a cylinder & slide five piece trigger package, a c&s slide stop and thumb safety. It made the handgun from good to excellent. It is only a range toy so the lighter trigger pull weight was a blessing. Otherwise fit and finish was very good.

Lovely pistol. The spur hammer looks good with the adjustable sights.

❤ As ALWAYS I have enjoyed watching your shows.

Congratulations, the newer Colts I have purchased in the last 10 to 15 years have all been excellent, and like you I always wanted a Gold Cup, I love mine and it shoots wonderfully, enjoy that Colt.

1911s are great guns, they've been made for over 100 years, and they'll be around for 100 more. Beautiful gun! I own a Tisas Stainless Duty 1911, it's what I could afford at the time. Love the platform, one of my favorite guns.

I can see your pride and enthusiasm in this video. Your knowledge too. Happy 4th of July to you and yours.

If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then Colt should feel extremely honored.

Great choice on your part! I've always wanted a Gold Cup since I saw my friends back in the mid 70's. I liked the Combat Elite too, but ended up getting a M45A1 and it's a great and accurate pistol.

Beautiful pistol I love my colts from my revolvers to my m4s I got to say I don’t think I’ve seen you so happy to get a new firearm since I’ve been watching your videos nice buy sir I’m sure it will serve you well

Great video and congrats on the new Colt!!!

Beautiful Colt 1911 GPNM !!!! Congrats on your acquisition! 10:00 So glad you mentioned this. I have had numerous discussion with people looking to sell their used firearms as "New" merely because they claimed it was never fired and they left in the box in the box on handling it their home since they bought it. Surely condition is "As New", but it's still a used gun as they were the first buyer, which some can't grasp that concept. Another big factor being warranties are Not Transferable and such...

Thanks much for your coverage of the Gold Cup. Special thanks for covering the trigger. Ergonomically, the Gold Cup grip / trigger length / trigger width allows me to press the trigger and get a nice surprise break, or "Control Jerk" the trigger and get almost the same accuracy. Amazing!! Also, the way a Gold Cup has that silky feel as the slide is moved along the frame. Now, if I only had one...

👍Simply beautiful. I love em!! Congrats!

Fantastic video! I'm a huge Colt Fan! Don Blake

Amazing history, thank you for sharing! 😁👍

I built a custom double stack 1911 off a Para-Ordnance frame using Wilson Combat parts and the slide assembly from my Sig 1911. It's still my favorite gun and my primary EDC pistol. 15+1 rounds of .45ACP flush fit and a couple 18+1 capacity extended magazines on backup is a lot of firepower. But even with all of that, there's something magical about a Colt. My best friend owns a Colt Government Model 1911 since he was a huge fan of Tom Selleck and Magnum PI, and it is a thing of beauty. Mine's pretty "tactical", while his is classy.

Great insight as always. Remington is another brand that comes to mind that just isn't what it used to be. The last new colt I bought was a Wiley Clapp 1911 commander 45, the grip safety is pretty rattly but I love everything else about it. The grips look killer too and they have an interesting (comfortable) taper to them. Would love to try a Gold Cup sometime!

Thanks for Sharing Your Knowledge and Experience with Us😁

Nice! I've won a lot of events with a Series 70 Gold Cup. They are still putting them all where I want it to at 25 yards. Congratulations!

Thank-you Sir, for such a wonderful video. I’ve been carrying M1911s for a long time now. Only type of sidearm I carry. I’ve been looking for a “Gold Cup National Match” for a long time. Congratulations and enjoy.

Mine is about 1000 prior to yours by serial number. It's definitely a beauty...and I bought it for the same reasons as you stated. Had to get it checked off my bucket list.

Glad to see you are doing well

Love Colt. Carried a combat commander for years.

Great pistol, I like the features and commentary. I only own three 1911s but my favorite two are $900 different in price between each and your comments on prices was nice. I shoot a TISAS 1911 A1 ($389 new lol) in 45 acp with about 4,000 rds through it and it has been a flawless champ (zero malfunctions ever) as well as my 2018 AutoOrdnance stainless steel 1911A1 in 45 acp I paid about $1,300 for. Both pistols though are a joy to one hand plink with at 50 yrds. loved your commentary on if it shoots it shoots no matter the price.

That pistol looks fabulous, it's easy to see why you're pleased. Enjoy it for many more years to come! (I'm sure we're all looking forward to the range report! )

I hear you on the nostalgia part, and you are correct. I think it continues to be valuable to appreciate that the so-called short comings of Colt in general, but the 1911 specifically, gave impetus to "tinkerers" who have built businesses and reputation making good 1911s even better... think Bill Wilson, for example. For the reasons you note, I have been looking for a good 1917 Colt for nostalgic reasons... don't know about the new Python yet, I think I'll wait a bit. BTW, I also have a SR 1911, and it, like your's, shoots great. Glad to subscribe today, and look forward to more posts. Thanks for your service in the military too! Cheers, Richard Utah

I bought mine new in the ‘70’s and I still have it today. The only difference is I think I have the the Elliason sight’s instead of the Bomar’s on yours. The Elliasons don’t have those serrations on the back the Bomars have. Beautiful pistols. Congratulations!

Beautiful 1911. Looking forward to your range report on that one.

Greetings, I won one of those back in the early 80’s in a state competition, still have it but mine was tuned specifically for match semi wadcutter ammo the finish was a exquisitely high polished blue finish, it has Colt Elliason sights ,the factory NM trigger has the classic glass rod break 3.5 pound and a four leaf fitted barrel bushing , I love the way this beautiful pistol performs , it still prints a five shot group 2.5- 3 inches at 75 feet with a ransom rest .

After my last purchase of a SW Mod. 28-2, 6", I thought my collection was complete. Looking forward to your video shooting this classic 1911.

Mr Gunblue Amazing Pistol 🔫😀👍🏼😮👍🏼😊👍🏼 Exceptional Choice The Colt Gold Cup National Match is an Icon ❤️❤️❤️