1977 High Standard "The Victor" .22LR Semi Automatic Target Pistol, Model 9216 & BoxOur Assessment: High Standard had a long history of manufacturing target pistols going back to before WWII, so they had lots of time to perfect the design. The Victor was added to High Standard's military model line in 1971 and incorporated a feature frequently added to High Standard pistols by gunsmiths for target shooters, a sight rib. Originally, the model was offered with a ventilated steel rib, later weight was reduced by making the ribs from alloy and a solid rib option was added to the Victor model. Later, the solid ribs would be discontinued and only the alloy vent-ribs were offered, seen on this example. This example was made in 1977 and has a 4 1/2" slab-side barrel with one weight installed. The pistol is in excellent condition, appearing to have spent more time in its factory box than out. This should make someone an outstanding target pistol that should easily rival most of the newer target pistols being MANUFACTURED today. That said, in its high condition, it will also likely draw the eyes of collectors.
Make: High Standard
Model: The Victor
Serial Number: ML28178
Year of Manufacture: 1977
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Detachable Magazine Fed
Barrel Length: 4.5" Slab-Side
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade screwed to the front of the barrel's solid rib. The rear sight is a square notch adjustable for windage and elevation mounted to the rear of the rib, cantilevered over the slide.
Grip Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut with a thumb-shelf on the left panel for a right-handed shooter. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The checkering is well defined. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue, Gold Trim
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 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes in a cardboard box with serial-matching label, one 10-round magazine, and factory paperwork including instructions.
CA LEGALITY: CA DEALER Transferable: YES, CA PPT: YES.
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