The Colt Gold Cup series is the preferred choice for the modern competitor participating in any handgun challenge. True to its legacy, the newly redesigned Gold Cup starts with the features that seasoned shooters want: a National Match barrel, competition ergonomics, adjustable rear sight, and those stunning Colt competition-blue G10 grips. The Colt Gold Cup is ready to rise through the ranks right alongside you. These are classified as Blem pistols by Colt QC inspectors due to some very minor cosmetic flaw that in most cases cannot even be seen or identified by the purchaser. It can be a minor as a slight shading difference in the finish which if not compared side by side with other guns from the same lot, cannot be detected. All are mechanically 100%. Blems are not covered by Colt's one-year manufacturer warranty. This is a great way to purchase a highly desirable firearm at below market value without any quality compromise.