The Purple Heart Tribute Colt .45

In Honor of Those Who Sacrificed

The first and most honored combat decoration in America's military history is the Purple Heart. General George Washington established the award in 1782 as a simple piece of cloth cut into the shape of a heart. The distinctive medal we know today was authorized 150 years later, in 1932, on the 200th anniversary of Washington's birth.

Considered to be the most beautiful of all U.S. decorations, the heart-shaped medal bears the silhouette of George Washington and the Washington family coat of arms. It is recognized around the world.

Today, the Purple Heart is awarded to all branches of the military as well as to civilian nationals of the United States, "for military merit as a result of wounds received in action against a hostile foreign force," including international terrorism or military operations while serving as part of a peacekeeping force. Many Purple Hearts are awarded posthumously. Some attest to lifelong scars and lasting pain. All are worn with pride.

It is with enormous gratitude for the personal sacrifice of America's Armed Forces that the Purple Heart Tribute .45 has been created. Each genuine, functional Colt .45 is individually numbered in a strictly limited edition of only 250.

The design reflects the quiet dignity of the Purple Heart medal. Working with America's finest craftsmen, commissioned especially for this project by America Remembers, each Colt .45 is polished and decorated in 24-karat gold. Both sides of the slide pay tribute to those proud Americans who have served their country. The left side shows a portrait of George Washington surrounded by scrolls and oak leaves (the military designation for additional medals awarded), symbolizing the thousands of medals awarded. The right side features the American Flag. The hammer, safety lock, slide stop, mag catch and grip screws are heavily plated in genuine 24-karat gold, dramatically offset by the pistol's black matte finish frame. The checkered rosewood grips are inset with a cloisonne medallion bearing the date the medal was established, 7, August, 1782.

No Finer Tribute

There has never been a finer tribute to those deserving men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who sacrificed life and limb for their country and the cause of freedom. For the collector, the veteran, as a memorial or tribute, for those who served their country and sacrificed, The Armed Forces Commemorative Society dedicates The Purple Heart Tribute Colt .45. Thousands of Purple Hearts have been awarded. Only 250 individuals will ever own this historic tribute. Reserve yours today and display it proudly.

Handsome Display Case

To display and preserve this fine firearm, a luxuriously lined display case is included.

Description

Model: Colt� Government Model� Pistol
Barrel Length: 5"
Caliber: .45 ACP
Grips: Rosewood
Edition Limit: 250
Decoration: Each Tribute pistol is decorated by craftsmen specifically commissioned by America Remembers.

Shipping Procedures

Since the Purple Heart Tribute pistol is a working firearm, it will be shipped to you through a licensed firearms dealer of your choice.

Order

I wish to reserve (Quantity) of the "The Purple Heart Tribute," a working Colt� Government Model� Pistol .45, at the current issue price of $1,995*. Each pistol is numbered and registered within the limited edition of 250, and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Thirty day return privilege.

Please charge my credit card a deposit of $195 per pistol. I will pay the balance prior to delivery at the rate of $100 per month, with no interest or carrying charge.

* All orders are subject to acceptance by America Remembers and availability. If I cancel my reservation prior to delivery, I will receive a full refund, less a commissioning fee of $195. Shipping and handling will be added to each order. Virginia residents please add 5% sales tax.