Make: Smith & Wesson

Model: K-22 Outdoorsman, K-22 1st Model

Serial Number: 675300

Year of Manufacture: 1931-1940 / C&R

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 blade with a small circular metal insert on the rear face and is pinned to a base integral to the barrel. The rear sight is a flat top, square notch leaf in a base that is adjustable for windage and elevation. The rear sight base is flush with the top strap.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut with smooth diamonds and S&W monogram medallions. There are a couple minor marks from use and storage. The checkering is strong. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blue, Case Color hammer and trigger

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is faint erosion toward the muzzle end of the barrel. In this writer's opinion the bore rates 8/10.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There is some thinning and finish loss on the edges of the barrel at the muzzle. There is some thinning on the edges of the trigger guard. There are some scattered light marks and draglines, a few of the marks go through the finish. The side plate has some marks near the bottom that have introduced some discoloration. There is a turn line through the finish on the cylinder. The screw heads range from sharp to lightly tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in about Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The single-action trigger is crisp and the double-action smooth. The cylinder lockup has some light side-to-side play on all six chambers. 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: Included is a red S&W K-22 Outdoorsman box with three unmarked target sheets.

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 and is in about Very Good condition with about 95% of its finish remaining, a great bore in its 6″ barrel paired with beautiful stocks. This revolver will make a great gun for training a new shooter to use a revolver, target shooting or just recreational plinking. 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 high condition will be a great addition to your collection.