Description
There’s factory engraving—and then there’s Angelo Bee.
This 1986 Colt Government Model isn’t just another engraved pistol; it’s a piece of living art, signed and brought to life by one of the great masters of his craft. Bee’s unmistakable floral scrollwork flows across the slide and frame, each line delicate yet confident, set against a punch-dot background that gives the steel a soft glow. And then there’s the gold — not overdone, just perfectly placed, turning every curve and contour into punctuation marks in a story told through metal.
Front and center, you’ll find three gold wildlife portraits that define the piece. A proud bighorn ram stands steady on a ridge. Above it, an eagle cuts across the open sky, wings stretched wide. And below, a bear sits poised, calm, strong, and unbothered. Each one is alive with detail, rendered with such care that you can almost sense motion beneath the engraving. It’s the kind of work that makes you stop and look twice.
Bee’s signature and his tiny bee hallmark are right there on the frame, confirming what the craftsmanship already tells you: this is no imitation.
The grips continue the story, carved with thirteen stars circling an eagle and shield, a tribute to American pride that feels perfectly at home on a Colt. Every element, from metal to wood, works together like it was meant to be.
The pistol rests in its custom glass-topped display case, complete with a gold-plated cleaning rod and screwdriver, thoughtful touches that elevate presentation to ritual.
For serious collectors, this isn’t just a firearm. It’s heritage captured in steel and gold, signed by one of engraving’s most respected names.
