Italian Pardini SP Raid Fire .22 LR Semi-Auto Target Pistol & Case, Extras
SOLD FOR: $2,276.00
LSB#: LSB260414JS003
Make: Pardini, Italy
Model: SP Rapid Fire
Serial Number: B12023
Year of Manufacture: 2009 / Modern
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Semi-Automatic Blowback Detachable Magazine Fed Target Pistol
Markings: The underside of the frame is marked with the serial number, “B12023”. The barrel shroud is marked, “PARDINI”. The left side of the frame is marked with a Pardini logo and import mark. The right side is marked, “MOD. SP CAL.22 L.R.”. There are several small proofs throughout.
Barrel Length: 4.75”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the topstrap. The rear sight is a fully adjustable square notch fixed to the topstrap. The top of the receiver has a picatinny rail section with a Match Dot optic. The optic is in Excellent condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The block grip is a one-piece textured walnut with an adjustable palm-rest, palm-swell, and thumb-shelf for a right-handed shooter. There are light handling marks throughout. There are a few light scratches throughout. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grip is in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Anodized
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 handgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. There are light handling marks and faint thinning along the leading edges. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are undamaged. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in about Very Good to Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. 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: Original hard case, paperwork, 4x magazines, tools, cleaning kit, 4x spare parts kit.
Our Assessment: The Pardini SP Rapid Fire is one of the premier competition pistols in the world of precision rimfire shooting. Manufactured in Italy by Pardini Armi, the SP series has earned an outstanding reputation among Olympic, ISSF, and competitive target shooters for its exceptional accuracy, refined trigger system, and outstanding ergonomics. The SP Rapid Fire variant was specifically developed to excel in rapid-fire disciplines, combining superb balance with the reliability and precision that have made Pardini one of the most respected names in international competition shooting. This example remains in very good to excellent overall condition, retaining approximately 98% of its original finish with only minor handling wear and faint edge thinning visible throughout. The bore remains excellent, showing bright surfaces and sharp rifling with no visible erosion, supporting its 9.5 out of 10 rating. The fully adjustable right-handed walnut target grip remains in excellent condition with only minor handling wear and no structural damage. The pistol is further enhanced by the mounted Match Dot optic, which remains in excellent condition and provides a highly effective sighting solution for competitive target shooting.
Altogether, this Pardini SP Rapid Fire represents an outstanding example of a world-class competition pistol. The combination of premium Italian manufacture, exceptional ergonomics, excellent bore condition, Match Dot optic, and extensive accessory package make it particularly appealing to competitive shooters and collectors of precision target firearms. Complete with its factory case, paperwork, four magazines, tools, cleaning kit, and spare parts kits, this pistol offers an exceptionally comprehensive package that reflects Pardini’s reputation for competition-grade performance and engineering excellence. -R.E.