L.A.R. Manufacturing LAR Grizzly Mark IV Mk 4 .44 Mag 5.25″ Pistol

SOLD FOR: $2532

LSB#: 230524PK005

Make: L. A. R. Manufacturing Inc.

Model: Grizzly Mark IV

Serial Number: F000278

Year of Manufacture: 1991-1999

Caliber: .44 Magnum

Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Pistol fed by Detachable Magazine

Markings: The right side of the slide is marked ”MARK IV” and with a Grizzly logo. The left side of the slide is marked with the LAR logo and “GRIZZLY 44 MAG”. The right side of the frame is marked “L.A.R. MFG. INC., WEST JORDAN, UT. 84084 U.S.A. / F000278”. The chamber is marked “L.A.R. MFG. INC. / 44 MAGNUM”.

Barrel Length: 5 1/4” Ported Barrel

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a Millett ramped blade with a red “T”-shaped insert fixed to the front of the slide. The rear sight is a Millett white outlined square notch in a base adjustable for windage and elevation which is dovetailed into the slide.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered wood with Grizzly motifs in the center. There are a few scattered light handling marks. There are no major defects. Overall, the grips are in about Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Matte Black

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There are a few areas of faint discoloration in the bore but no pitting. In my opinion, this bore is a 9.5 out of 10.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There is some thinning and spots of minor oxidation on the backstrap. There are a few little marks through the finish. There is thinning on the edges. There are light handling marks. There is operational wear. The grip screws are sharp. The pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine 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 requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a hard case and three 6-round magazines.

Our Assessment: Essentially an over-sized 1911, the LAR Mark IV is a large-framed single-action semi-automatic pistol chambered in the powerful .44 Magnum cartridge. The prototype for the LAR Grizzly was actually made from two 1911 frames cut and welded together to accommodate the longer .45 Win. Mag. and with steel plates added to the flats of the slide to add mass and strengthen the slide structurally. Production LAR pistols are another matter. All were hand-fit, which should combine with the adjustable target sights for a very accurate pistol. While perhaps uncomfortably large for those with smaller hands, the frame become comfortable quickly with a little handling and the trigger is crisp. This would be great for target shooting, hunting sidearm or just hunting as the .44 Magnum cartridge is suitable for many game animals. This is a fantastic addition to any collection and is also a must have for the recoil junkies. Please see our photos and good luck!

Some are hot, some are not, but thankfully most can be shot!
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