This is easily my favorite gun I own. It's something that turns heads every time I go to the range. I emailed colt about the serial and was told it was manufactured in 1978. It's at 90%, good for a nearly 50 year old pistol, shoots like a dream, and I've never had a pistol feel better in my hand. I don't want to sell it but if someone wants it more than me or has a gun I want more than this then it's up for sale.  417-773-one620