born in 1979 this Colt Gold Cup National Match semi-automatic .45 pistol comes in royal blue finish. Serial number-70n72948. This pistol is in great condition and comes with (1) magazine, and original silver Colt medalion grips as well as the G10 grips shown in the photos. Features an adjustable wide trigger, National Match barrel, Adjustable Target Sights. The Colt Gold Cup is known as the finest shooting semi-automatic in the world, and is the standard for competitive guns. The first Colt Gold Cup pistol was introduced in the late 1950’s to give competitive shooters a gun to take directly from the dealer’s showcase to the firing line. Colt Gold Cup pistols have been used to compete in local club matches through the National Matches at Camp Perry.