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Colt 1911 WWII Keyes Checkered Plastic Grips

Complete your Colt 1911 WWII restoration with these original Keyes checkered plastic grips, an authentic piece of wartime history. Manufactured by Keyes Fibre Company, these grips were standard issue on U.S. military 1911A1 pistols during World War II, offering a durable, lightweight alternative to earlier wood grips. Featuring the distinctive reinforcing ribs on the interior, a crisp checkered pattern, and the Keyes star mold marking, these grips embody the rugged functionality required for military sidearms of the era.

Designed for Colt 1911 and 1911A1 models, these grips ensure a period-correct look while providing a secure grip under all conditions. Whether you’re a historical collector, reenactor, or restoring a wartime pistol, these grips are the perfect addition to maintain authenticity. Genuine WWII Keyes Fibre grips are becoming harder to find in original condition—secure a set today to preserve a piece of 1911 military history.

SPECIFICATIONS

• MAKE: Colt
• MODEL: 1911 Frame
• MATERIAL: Checkered Plastic
• Factory Original
• WWII Keyes

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

During World War II, the U.S. military sought a more efficient and durable grip material for the Colt 1911A1. The Keyes Fibre Company supplied checkered plastic grips featuring reinforcement ribs and internal strengthening rings to improve durability in combat conditions. These grips were issued on Colt, Remington Rand, Ithaca, and US&S 1911A1 pistols, making them the most common yet historically significant grips of the wartime era.

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