Springfield M2 Training Rifle 1922 MII .22LR Mag Fed Bolt Action 1925-1933Our Assessment: The final designation Model 1922 .22 caliber trainers is the M2. This an important and valuable U.S. rifle made by Springfield Armory. These rifles were designed to mimic the full size Springfield Model 1903's, yet were chambered in .22LR. The goal was to give soldiers trigger time on a Springfield 1903, without the expense of .30 Caliber ammo. Many M2s were used for civilian competition shooting. The Springfield M2 has become a desired collector's piece.This 1922 MII started life as a Model 1922 MI. It was eventually Arsenal Rebuilt and brought up to M2 specifications. An extra "I" was added after the "MI" and a "B" was added after the serial number to indicate the upgrade. This M2 has Springfield markings on both the receiver and the barrel.
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M2. An upgraded Model 1922 MI. The M2 is the final designation of the Model 1922 .22 caliber trainers.
Serial Number: 20058B
Year of Manufacture: 1925 to 1933. Barrel Date: August 1931
Caliber: .22LR (.22 Long Rifle)
Action Type: Bolt Action, Detachable Magazine
Barrel Length: Approximately 24 1/2 Inches
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a pinned blade set in a raised base. The rear sight is fully adjustable Lyman aperture. The barrel and the front of the receiver each have 2 drilled, tapped, and filled screw holes that can be used to secure a sight block or base.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The hardwood stock has a pistol grip, barrel band, 2 sling loops, and a checkered metal buttplate. The buttplate shows some surface erosion and wear. The wood shows several scrapes and scratches. Many of the marks are light. The LOP measures 13 1/2 inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original to Arsenal Rebuild
Bore Condition: The muzzle and grooves are semi bright. The rifling is sharp. There is fouling in the bore that should clean up some. There is erosion at the muzzle and in the grooves.In this writer's opinion, this bore rates 7 out of 10.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains about 50% of its metal finish. The metal shows scrapes, discoloration from oxidation, and areas of light surface erosion. The screw heads show moderate use. Most of the markings are deep. The barrel markings are partially faded. Overall, this rifle rates in about Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. We have cleaned this firearm and performed a mechanic's check but expect many will want to clean the firearm again depending on their standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: The rifle has a leather sling attached. The rifle comes with a 5 round magazine that shows scratches and oxidation. It appears to function correctly.
CA LEGALITY: CA Classified C&R: YES. PPT: NO
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