Smith & Wesson Model 41 .22 LR 5 1/2″ Blue Semi Automatic Pistol 1970-1971

SOLD FOR: $1300

LSB#:  210421JB15

Make: Smith & Wesson

Model: 41

Serial Number: A116657

Year of Manufacture:  1970-1971

Caliber: .22 Long Rifle

Action Type: Single Action, Detachable Magazine Fed, Semi-Auto Pistol

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 “A116657″. 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 magazine Floorplate is marked “S&W”.

Barrel Length: 5 ½”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is an under-cut 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 Walnut checkered panels. There are some light handling marks. There are spots of finish loss on the bottom of the stock.  The checkering on the grips shows very little handling wear and are sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Fine Plus 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 handgun retains about 98% of its metal finish.  There are 2 small and faint scratches on the right front side of the barrel. There is some light scuffing at the rear of the slide on the right side. There is some light wear at the muzzle. There are light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The single action is crisp. The magazine slides into position with no issue and there is a magazine disconnect safety. 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 single 10 round magazine. The spring is strong and the bullet feed is smooth.  There is some wear at the top front of the magazine from use. The lips show little wear and are not misshapen. The magazine Floorplate is not scratched.  Overall, the magazine is in Very Good-Fine condition.

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 hardly any wear and has a great bore and a nice trigger. The action is smooth and these guns typically function flawlessly. These are just great guns. This example should 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!