Wildey New Milford Model Hunter 4510 .45 Win Mag 10″ Semi-Auto Pistol
SOLD FOR: $4071.10
LSB#: 220114RS017
Make: Wildey
Model: Hunter, Model No. 4510
Serial Number: 4459
Year of Manufacture: 1990-2011
Caliber: .45 Win Mag
Action Type: Single Action, Semi-Automatic, Gas Operated, Removable Magazine Fed Pistol
Markings: The underside of the barrel is marked “45 WIN MAG.” The left side of the frame is marked “4459”, the right side of the slide is marked “WILDEY / NEW MILFORD, CT. U.S.A.”
Barrel Length: 10? with Ventilated Full Length Rib.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated ramped blade set on a rise in the full length ventilated rib; the rib is secured to the pistol with one set screw into the barrel, the other into the receiver. The rear sight is a flat top, square notched black leaf on a base that is adjustable for windage and elevation; the base is slotted onto the top of the slide, is pinned to the top and secured with a flat head screw at the rear. The top of the rib is installed with a rail and a pair of rings holding a Leupold VARI-X 2.5×8 Extended Eye Relief scope. The scope has some scattered light handling marks and a few scuffs that have lightly smoothed the matte finish. There are no major defects. The scope has a duplex reticle and the glass is clear. The scope rates in about Fine Plus condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are smooth wood panels. There are some light handling marks and draglines. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Matte Stainless Steel with Matte Gray Alloy Ventilated Barrel Rib.
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is strong. There are a few little spots of erosion in the bore but they are on the lands and uniform, they are likely just manufacturing imperfections.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are some scattered scuffs that have smoothed the matte finish. There are some standard operational marks. There are some little spots of discoloration on the grip frame, most noticeable on the backstrap. There are some spots of fouling on the barrel at the nut. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are mostly clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. This pistol is gas operated and was designed to accept interchangeable barrels (not included). 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 are three 7-round magazines and a serial matching box.
Our Assessment: Widley has been in and out of business a few times since their creation, but the pistols were always brought back by popular demand. Well constructed with an ingenious gas operation system that helps tame powerful cartridges such as .45 Winchester Magnum. The gas system is housed around the barrel and can be adjusted by turning a knurled collar, adjusting how far the slide must travel to the rear before the pressure is released from the piston. This allows the user to tune the gas system to the load being used, optimizing operation and recoil. This example is from the later years of production under the company in New Milford, Connecticut, and is in Fine Plus condition with scattered light marks in its matte stainless steel finish. The Wildey pistols have always had a dedicated following and the pistol was featured prominently in use by Charles Bronson in “Death Wish 3”. For a dedicated Wildey collector, this one in its original box would make a prized addition to a collection, but these pistols are loved by recoil junkies and handgun hunters alike. This example would make a fine addition to any collection. Please see our photographs and good luck!