Make: Smith & Wesson

Model: K-22 Outdoorsman 1st Model, K-22 Masterpiece Pre-17

Serial Number: 661225

Year of Manufacture: 1931-1940 (reference Standard catalog)

Caliber: .22 Long Rifle

Action Type: 6-Shot, Double Action / Single Action, Swing-Out Fluted Hand Ejector Revolver

Barrel Length: 6”, Pinned

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a pinned patridge blade, the rear sight is a pre– micro-click adjustable leaf attached to the top strap.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut with smooth diamonds and S&W monogram medallions. There is heavy wear. The grips have smoothed considerably over the last 90 years; Especially the right panel. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about very good condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is pleasingly bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates at a 9.5/10.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 82% of its metal finish. There is a small “z” shaped scratch on the side plate. There are scuffs and scrapes. The muzzle and sides of the barrel show finish loss; Most notably observed on both sides of the barrel. Most of the leading edges have thinned. The cylinder has lost some finish, The ejector rod has lost its finish. There is oxidation on both the hammer and trigger. There is a turn line through the finish on the cylinder. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in about very good condition as a C&R.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The single-action trigger is crisp and the double-action smooth. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Comes with a blue S&W box ( that is not matching to the weapon); box in very good condition with minimal wear for its age. There are also some original brochures from S&W included.

Our Assessment: Introduced in 1931, the K-22 saw a few improvements such as the now-iconic micrometer adjustable rear sight introduced in the 2nd Model and the barrel rib introduced on the 3rd Model K-22 Masterpiece or Pre-Model 17. This example is a first model with its “Long Action” and is in about very good condition with about 82% of its finish remaining, a great bore in its 6” barrel paired with Walnut stocks. With its 5-screw frame, pinned barrel and classic look, they quite literally do not make them like this anymore. This is a wonderful opportunity at an old-school Smith & Wesson with all of the quality craftsmanship they were known for in the early years, and in its very good condition will be an outstanding acquisition for any collector or shooter.