Pardini Model HP .32 S&W Semi-Automatic 25m CFP Target Pistol, 2002
SOLD FOR: $2,050.00
LSB#: LSB250722JS005
Make: Pardini
Model: HP
Serial Number: A1243
Year of Manufacture: 2002 (BS date code)
Caliber: .32 S&W
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Auto fed by Removable Magazine
Barrel Length: 4 3/4″ (120mm)
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade in-line dovetailed and screw-set to the front of the barrel shroud assembly. The rear sight is a square notch adjustable for windage and elevation in a base mounted to the rear of the frame. The top of the frame is grooved for mounting an optic (none present).
Stock Configuration & Condition: The is a two-piece textured, contoured blue and gray laminate wood target grip with thumb-shelf, palm-swell, and adjustable palm-shelf. The grip has no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the installed grip is in Excellent condition.
An additional textured, countoured wood target grip is included which has thumb-shelf, palm-swell, and an adjustable palm-shelf. The additional grip shows little sign of handling, but does have a few light marks in the smooth areas. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the additional grip is in Fine-plus condition.
Type of Finish: Blue Barrel Shroud, Black Alloy Frame with Bright Accent Stripes
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is a little stubborn fouling. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 97% of its metal finish. The finish is generally strong throughout with some minor edge thinning, a few light marks, mostly on the barrel shroud, and minor operational wear. The screw heads are lightly tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes in a black plastic Pardini case with the additional grip described above, a total of three 5-round magazines, and manual.
Our Assessment: In 1972 Giampiero Pardini, an Italian mechanic and racing driver, began producing his own pistols for competition target shooting. He was so successful and had so many individual request to make pistols that he started the Pardini firm in 1976. To this very day, his firm continues to excel in the quality of their designs and production.
This is an example of their Model HP, designed for 25m Center Fire competition. The pistol looks like it has seen a little use, but could stand to see some more. It retains a strong bore, good mechanics, and comes with a nice set of accessories for a 25m Center Fire competitor. Please see our photos and good luck!
Please forgive any typos, I was educated in California. -Bud
