Lord Strathcona's Horse Colt 1911 pistol

[Gustaf]

I have been trying to acquire this pistol for several years, and today I was surprised to have it given to me by its previous owner. It was carried by Lt Hill who served in Lord Strathcona's Horse (Royal Canadian) during WWI. He has photos of Lt. Hills medals that were retained by the grandson as well as a photo of a photo of Lt. Hill on horse back. The photos have been mislaid, but I suspect they will be found soon.

 

[Tony without Kaiser]

My Regiment. Fantastic piece.

Ironically banned now….

 

[J.LeBrasseur]

how about a little recognition for the man that made this deal possible!

 

[b.loree]

First the CN WW1 gas hood and now this.....is there no end to your pillaging of Canadian artifacts Gus?? That is in beautiful condition congratulations!

 

[Gustaf]

My Regiment. Fantastic piece.

Ironically banned now….

I know, that is one of the reasons I have been chasing it. Luckly, the grandson is a resident of our humble state, or it might have been in a scrap iron pile by now.

 

[Gustaf]

how about a little recognition for the man that made this deal possible!

Actually this was before the helmet was introduced into the mix, although that may have helped push him over the edge.

 

[Gustaf]

First the CN WW1 gas hood and now this.....is there no end to your pillaging of Canadian artifacts Gus?? That is in beautiful condition congratulations!

I believe in your motto, pillage first, then burn. Canada is actually very safe from me as there is much I want to pillage yet.

 

[JohnS3rd]

Gus
Great addition to your excellent collection . It was nice meeting you at this year’s SOS.
Congratulations
John