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Ballester-Molina design draws on both that of the Colt .45 and the Star Model P.
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Left hand side shows Manufacturer rollmark on slide and production serial number on side of back strap.
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Right hand side of British contract Ballester-Molina shows location of British contract "B" prefix serial number, distinct wooden grips, distinct slide serrations (different from that of a Colt)and absence of grip safety.
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Close-up of grip showing location of production serial number on British-contract Ballester-Molinas.
wooden grips are thicker than those used on the Model 1911.
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Detail shot showing backstrap hatching and absence of grip safety.
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Ballester-Molina mags. Same as the Colt magazines, and are inter-changeable (one of the few components that is).
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Ballester-Molina mags. 7+1 capacity.
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Mags showing feed structure and HAFDASA, "HA" within a diamond, logo. The same logo is stamped into the barrel.
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Close-up of "B" prefix contract production number.
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Ballester-Molinas are finished in a deep blue (almost black). Note absence of British proof marks on the barrel.
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Close-up showing Manufacturers markings on left hand side of slide.
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Ballester-Molinas feature standard military sight set-up.
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