Colt Woodsman 2nd Series .22 LR Semi-Auto Pistol 6″, 1950 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,881.00
LSB#: LSB251130SL073
Make: Colt
Model: Woodsman, 2nd Series
Serial Number: 65422-S
Year of Manufacture: 1950 / C&R
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Auto fed by Removable Magazine
Markings: The left of the frame is marked “THE WOODSMAN” between the slide and barrel with the Rampant Colt logo. The left of the slide is marked “COLT”, “AUTOMATIC / CAL..22 LONG RIFLE”. The left side of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD. CT. U.S.A.”. The right side of the frame is marked with the serial number “65422-S”.
Barrel Length: 6”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade secured to a serrated ramp. The rear sight is a rectangular-notch sight dovetailed into the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered plastic. There is a Rampant Colt molded into the right grip. The grips have light handling marks with some deeper dings on the bottom of the grips. The checkering is well defined. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9.5/ 10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 80% of its metal finish. There are some light nicks and scuffs, most notable on the top of the slide and the frame. The grip frame finish has been worn to the white. There is heavy thinning on all the leading edges and at the muzzle. The action shows moderate operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with two 10-round magazines and a tooled leather holster.
Our Assessment: The Colt Woodsman Second Series represents one of the most respected American rimfire pistols of the twentieth century, combining elegant design with exceptional balance and accuracy. Introduced in the postwar era, the Second Series reflected Colt’s refinement of John M. Browning’s original .22 automatic concept, incorporating a revised grip angle and improved ergonomics that distinguished it from the earlier First Series pistols. Produced in 1950, this example falls squarely within the Woodsman’s golden age, when it was widely favored by target shooters, outdoorsmen, and competitors for its precision and reliability.
This pistol retains approximately 80 percent of its original blued finish, with honest wear concentrated on the leading edges, top of the slide, muzzle and grip frame, where the finish has worn to the white from handling. Light nicks and scuffs are present but do not detract from the overall appearance, and the slide, frame, and barrel markings remain clear and legible. The factory checkered plastic grips with molded Rampant Colt show light handling wear and a few deeper dings at the bottoms, yet remain intact with well-defined checkering, presenting very well for a pistol of this age.
The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion, rating 9.5 out of 10 in this writer’s opinion. Mechanically, the action functions correctly, reflecting the smooth operation for which the Woodsman series is known. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle, a cartridge long prized for accuracy and economy, the Woodsman earned its reputation as both a serious target pistol and an enjoyable sporting arm. As a Second Series example from 1950, complete with two magazines and a period leather holster, this pistol stands as a classic and highly regarded rimfire offering from Colt’s storied lineup. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids!
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