Smith & Wesson S&W Model 41 .22 LR 7 3/8″ Semi-Auto Pistol, MFD 1973-1974

Sold For: $1076

LSB#: 201114PK53

Make: Smith & Wesson

Model: 41

Serial Number: A227144

Year of Manufacture: 1973-1974

Caliber: .22 LR

Action Type: Single Action, Detachable Magazine Fed, Semi-Auto Pistol with Cocking Indicator. Please note, no magazine is included.

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”. The left side of the slide has the S&W trademark logo. The left side of the frame is marked “A227144″. The right side of the barrel is marked “.22 LONG RIFLE CTG.”. The right side of the slide is marked with the four line “Marcas Registradas” address. The right side of the frame is marked “MODEL 41”. The butt of the grip frame is marked “P”.

Barrel Length: 7 3/8”, 8 1/4″ to the end of the muzzle brake.

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a Patridge undercut blade integral to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a square-notch adjustable for windage and elevation pinned to the barrel “tail” which continues over the slide to the rear of the firearm. The top of the barrel is matte finished with a line of fine checkering for glare reduction.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered wood with a slight thumb shelf on each panel. The grips have some light nicks and scratches on the bottom and on either side at about the thumb shelves. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Fine condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.

Overall Condition: This gun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There are some scattered small scrapes, scratches, and nicks. The most noticeable defects are on the left of the barrel in front of the markings, left of the slide at about the trigger, and on the dust cover. The action shows light operational wear. The screw heads show light use with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in about Very Good-Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The rear of the frame has cocking indicator. The trigger is light and crisp. We did not fire this gun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None. Please note, no magazine is included.

Our Assessment: From its introduction in 1957 to this very day, the Smith & Wesson model 41 has been considered one of the finest target pistols made commercially. This example shows some use and some wear as from use and loose storage, but has with a great bore and a nice trigger. The action is smooth and these guns typically function flawlessly. These are just great guns. This example may attract the Smith collectors, but you’d be hard pressed to find a better production rimfire pistol. If you are in the market for a .22 target pistol this year, this should be it. Please see our photos and good luck!