Iwo Jima Commemorative .45

America’s fight in World War II began and ended on the islands of the Pacific. All the battles were hard fought. But one, in particular—the assault on Iwo Jima—has come to represent the U.S. Marine Corps. But our national memory of Allied Victory in World War II dims, as that gallant generation of Veterans passes on. But as a statesman said at the end of the war: “Our mission now is to remember.” So, lest we forget, The American Historical Foundation proudly announces a lasting, tangible symbol of U.S. Marine Corps valor in World War II — the Iwo Jima Commemorative .45.

Strictly Limited Edition of Only 500

This is one of the most restrictive edition limits ever issued for a .45, your immediate assurance of collector and historical value. Each firearm in the edition is specially numbered from 001 to 500, with the prefix “IJ,” for “Iwo Jima”. This is the world’s first .45 ever issued in honor of the Battle of Iwo Jima, placing it in the highly coveted “first ever” class of collector distinction.

24-Karat Gold Plating

This is a museum-quality, firing limited edition of historic significance. The important story of American valor in the Pacific is permanently etched in the mirror polished and blued steel of this .45: the immortal flag raising on Mt. Suribachi; the dates of the Iwo Jima Campaign; and oak leaves, symbolic of America’s strength in battle. To further enhance its collector value, the trigger, hammer, safety, slide release, and grip screws are plated with genuine 24-Karat Gold, to Jewelers Grade-Heavy thickness. Both grips, custom-made of American Walnut, are inset with 24-Karat Gold plated cloisonné medallions. The accompanying Certificate of Authenticity attests to the strict edition limit, the Registry Number and the purity of the 24-Karat Gold. Each pistol was designed to military specifications for this special commemorative edition by the gunsmiths of Auto-Ordnance, and it fires the same .45 ACP ammunition made famous by our armed forces. Your ownership of the Iwo Jima Commemorative .45 speaks volumes of your patriotism, interest in American military history and pride in our gallant World War II Veterans.

Display Case

Also available is a custom made, luxuriously lined Display Case with locking glass lid and engraved identification plaque to display and protect your Tribute from dust and unauthorized handling.

Reservation Form

I wish to reserve (Quantity) of the "Iwo Jima Commemorative .45", a working pistol, at the price of $1,995*. Each pistol is numbered and registered within the limited edition of 500, 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 $180 per month, with no interest or carrying charge.

Optional Display Case:

I do not wish to order the optional luxuriously lined Display Case at this time.

I also wish to reserve the optional luxuriously lined Display Case. Please add $149 to the final payment.

Optional Personalization:

I do not wish to order the optional personalization at this time.

I also wish to have my pistol personalized. Please add $39 to the final payment.

* All orders are subject to acceptance 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 sales tax.