U.S. Springfield M1922 M2 .22 LR 24.5” Trainer Bolt Action Rifle, 1937 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,380.00
LSB#: LSB260224HE091
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M1922 M2
Serial Number: 449B
Year of Manufacture: Circa, 1937, (May 1937 Barrel date)
Caliber: .22 LR
Action Type: Bolt action, detachable 5 round magazine
Markings: The top of the receiver is marked, “U.S. SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODEL OF 1922MII CAL. .22 / 449B” The bolt handle is marked, “NS M2” The bolt body is marked, “M2” The safety flag is marked, “READY / SAFE”. The side of the barrel shank is marked, “LONG RIFLE CART’GE ONLY” The top of the barrel is marked, “S A / 5 – 37” with a flaming bomb proof. The stock has a “BA-J.L” marked on the wrist. The right side of the buttstock is marked “NTS / 2” with a “1” under the 2. There are various small proofs throughout.
Barrel Length: 24.5”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a dovetailed blade set atop a raised base, the rear sight is a fully adjustable Lyman peephole sight with a diopter.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The 1922 M2 stock is a single piece walnut with a barrel band/sling loop, finger grooves, semi-pistol grip, straight comb, sling loop, and knurled buttplate. There are minor handling marks throughout. The knurling on the buttplate is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in at about Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original to Arsenal Refurbishment
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. There is fouling in the grooves. In this writer’s opinion, this bore rates 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows handling wear. There are light scratches throughout. There is faint thinning at the muzzle. There is surface rust forming at the trigger guard. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: 1x 5 Round Magazine and leather sling.
Our Assessment: The Springfield Armory Model 1922 M2 is a purpose-built U.S. military training rifle developed to provide a low-cost, low-recoil platform for marksmanship instruction. Based on the Model 1903 action, the M1922 series retained the familiar handling characteristics of the service rifle while chambering .22 Long Rifle for economical training. The M2 variant, introduced in the 1930s, incorporated refinements to improve reliability and function, and many examples were later arsenal refurbished for continued service.
This 1937-dated example presents in very good overall condition, retaining a high percentage of its arsenal-applied parkerized finish with only light handling wear visible. The walnut stock remains in Very Good condition with minor handling marks and no structural issues, and retains inspection markings that add to its military character. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and only light fouling present, and the action functions correctly. The rifle is equipped with a Lyman aperture sight system, consistent with its role as a precision training rifle, and includes a detachable magazine. Altogether, this M1922 M2 stands as a well-preserved example of a U.S. military training rifle from the interwar period. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! -N.P