NOTE: Colt and Ithaca serial numbers based on shipping records. All other pistols based on procurement records. Charles W. Clawson. Collector's Guide to Colt .45 Service Pistols: Models of 1911 and 1911A1 Third Edition. Fort Wayne, IN 46885-5216. Date Serial Start Serial End Manufacturer Quantity: 1924 700001 710000 Colt 10,000 1937 710001 ...A discussion thread about how to identify the year and model of a Colt Woodsman pistol based on the serial number. See examples, photos, and tips from experts and collectors.Due to reaching a serial number range (100,000S) that had already been used in 1952, serial numbers were restarted again in May, 1976, beginning with 300001S. Contrary to some published reports, all models of the Woodsman line - Target, Sport, Match Target, Huntsman, and Targetsman - were manufactured in the serial number range that began with ...This Woodsman, serial number 135678, is one of only a very few that were special ordered with a checkered backstrap. This is the only one I have ever seen that is authenticated with a Colt Historical letter. It is in near perfect condition, with the original box, factory test target, instructions, and "sight adjustment tool" (screwdriver) still ...If you are seeking a manufacture date for a Colt firearm, we suggest Colt's serial number database HERE. 1295 Blue Hills Avenue, Bloomfield, Connecticut 06002, United States. 860-554-8088. Hours. Mon 08:00 am - 05:00 pm Tue 08:00 am - 05:00 pm Wed 08:00 am - 05:00 pm Thu 08:00 am - 05:00 pm Fri 08:00 am - 05:00 pm Sat Closed Sun ClosedI own a couple of Woodsman's that still retain their original boxes. 2nd Series: -Match Target 143508-S (1955) -Target 89403-S (1951) Both above have the brown hinged box with green lining. 3rd Series: -Match Target 182965-S (1958) -Match Target 233691-S (1968) Both in the woodgrain motif 2 piece box.The parts clean-up Woodsman are within a serial number range of 157038 to 159024 with the balance beginning at 180000 and continuing to 187423 with some numbers skipped. The two toned magazine was discontinued in 1939/40 with the solid blue example replacing the two tone thereafter. Stranger things have happened than a 1942 …I also have one of the old woodsman Colts. It's serial number dates it to 1921. Shoots great! It's the "Target" model. I also have a Woodsman Match Target. I think it's a 1970's mfg. Can't remember. Save Share. Like. 0. 021. ... Colt Firearm Serial Number Lookup - Year of Manufacture . Save Share. Like. m141a.They have the exact same frame except for the serial number. In fact, some of the early Medalist pistols used Challenger frames with Challenger serial numbers and FN just put an "S" on the end of the serial number. ... Right now the Colt Woodsman Match Target is in the lead but I have not graded the Browning Medalist yet. Oh yeah, the guns were ...The Colt 1911 has a serial number that is stamped on the frame. This serial number can be used to identify the pistol and its history. The Colt 1911 serial number is a 10-digit number. The first two digits of the serial number indicate the year of manufacture. The next six digits are a random sequence of numbers.For one thing, they have a small hole in the front of the grip where a screw attached the grip to the frame of the gun and none of the other Woodsman models would have the hole for the screw to fit into. The second series grips Sport, Target and Match Target models were at first made of "Coltwood" until about serial number 71200-S.Collectors has a lot of good guns, but they also tend to be high in my experience. You can check what they have sold for on gun broker. Mint condition ones can be fairly valuable most seem to run between 900 and about 1300 depending on condition. Mint or very high condition run substantially more.Also if you have a Colt Woodsman that does not actually say ‘The Woodsman’ on it, and your serial number is less than #34,000, your gun is very collectable. Like over $2000 worth collectable .1955-77: Third Series Colt Woodsman Sport, Target, and Match Target Models; Model: TARGET MODEL (6 inch barrel) and SPORT MODEL (4-1/2 inch barrel) MATCH TARGET MODEL (4-1/2 or 6 inch barrel) Sights: Accro: Accro to 208300-S, Eliason thereafter. Grips: Injection molded black plastic to 1960 (approximate serial number 189200-S), walnut ...CRUFFLER.COM. presents. Dates of Production by Model and Serial Number for Woodsman, .22 Long Rifle. First Series Woodsman, 1915 - 1947. Date. Approximate Serial Number. Date. Approximate Serial Number. March 1915.10 posts · Joined 2022. #1 · Nov 2, 2022. Colt Model P. Single Action Army, 45 Cal, serial number 4710. Notes from my Father-in-law: part of the original issue of 1,000 (Lot #5) to the U.S. Cavalry. Purchased in 1948 by my Father in Law from a dealer in New England for $80.00. When purchased, it had the current finish and white plastic grips.Colt produced the Woodsman (and pre-Woodsman) models for a total of 62 years, with over 690,000 pistols made. Collectors today recognize 3 distinct "series" of Woodsman models, with some variations within each series. This Colt Woodsman is serial number 80173, which makes it's date of manufacture 1931 and part of the very first "Woodsman" series.Find the approximate ship date of your Colt Woodsman, Match Target, Challenger, Huntsman or Targetsman based on the serial number. See the tables for different models and series from 1915 to 1977.Match Target .22LR 6.5" Blue, Serial Number MT11735 (1941), Woodsman 1st Parts Identification: Production Dates : Colt Woodsman Third Series Model .22 .... 6 days ago — Pistol, serial No.Colt Woodsman.22 cal. Pistol, serial No. 11037-S, semi- automatic, owner's name at top of grip, includes two clips and additional ....Browse Search Ask. Colt Woodsman 22lr. By Bruno, 10 years ago on Colt. 8,175 8.2K. Colt Woodsman 22lr. I have a Colt Woodsman 22 long rifle target pistol, as well as the original box, manual, etc. Any information about the year of manufacture and the value is appreciated. Serial number is 77213. colt woodsman. answer #2. Blackjack33. 10 …Each series of the Woodsman had a Sport Model with a 4-1/2 inch round barrel, a Target Model with a 6 or 6-5/8 inch round barrel, and a Match Target Model with a heavy, flat sided barrel. For the First Series Match Target that flat sided barrel was 6-5/8 inches in length, while in the post war versions it was either 4-1/2 or 6 inches.Join Date: July 10, 2006. Location: Columbus, Ohio. Posts: 143. High Standard serial Number check... I was looking at the colt woodsman thread and i remembered that I dont know the specific year that my high standard sport king was made in..... I know that it was made somewhere between 1950 and 1954 but i never was able …Buy Colt Woodsman Targetsman 3rd Series 22LR No S Prefix Serial 1974 Vintage : GunBroker is the largest seller of Semi Auto Pistols Pistols Guns & Firearms All: 1030175015. ... When using Colt's serial number lookup this pistol shows as either being made in 1951 or 1974, based on this pistol's features we believe that it was made in 1974. ...12608 posts · Joined 2011. #2 · Apr 3, 2020. You might try www.colt.com >serial lookup. Enter the serial number in their search box, and it should be able to give you a year of manufacture, from which point you ought to be able to pin down which series was in production that year. Mac.561 posts · Joined 2013. #2 · Sep 24, 2014. 1. 1951 according to Colt's website. 2. Value (I'm gonna guess on this to a degree) about $200-$350. 3. Numrich has black rubber grips for it about $37. 4.Please have model and serial number information available when calling to place an order. Contact Colt Archive Services: Phone: (860) 554-8088. Direct URL: www.coltarchives.com. ARCHIVE SERVICES The Colt Archive LetterConsidered one of the most unique and prestigious services offered for Colt firearms, the Archive Letter is universally ...Colt Semiauto Pistols ... Sunday Score! 4 digit Pre-Woodsman needing some loveThis Colt Woodsman Target Serial Number 65225-S was a special order by the US Government to be utilized and part of Arctic Survival Kits. This particular pistol was shipped to the Transportation Officer at the Ogden Air Material Area in Ogden, Utah on August 24th, 1949 in a 925 gun shipment.Our Assessment: This is a Colt Woodsman 2nd Series pistol, made in 1949. Unlike the 1st and 3rd Series, the 2nd Series pistols have a push-button magazine release that is more familiar to many pistol shooters, today. John M. Browning designed “Colt’s Automatic Pistol, Caliber .22”, later to become the Woodsman, with the design refined slightly by Colt …Nowadays those zero prefixes confuse many Woodsman owners who ignore the zeroes and think they have an early, low serial number gun. The zero prefix serial numbers caused another problem when the serial numbers beginning with 001000S reached 099999S and rolled over to 100000S because serial numbers in that range had already been used in 1951-52 ...There is a Woodsman on Gun Broker item# 866627830. 1973 Colt Woodsman Match Target Blue .22LR Scarce 6" Model INCREDIBLE Someone educate me on the gun/serial combo.The gun is a second series. Serial # 42074S. How can a second series have that serial number? I am not interested in the gun but need an education on gun/serial number.Firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. Serial Number Lookup Instantly retrieve vital product details, warranty information, and exclusive insights through our Serial Number Look-Up feature.The Colt Woodsman has a 6½-inch barrel and is chambered in .22 Long Rifle. It has a 10-shot magazine. This gun was special ordered on March 3, 1938, for Mr. A.G. Gutterson of the National Park Service. It was ordered by Colonel G.H. Collins, 606th CA. (TD) in Anchorage, Alaska, by letter to J.H. Fitzgerald at Colt Fire Arms Division in ...Colt Forum Discussions. Colt .22 Semiauto Pistol. Woodsman Serial No 8. Jump to Latest Follow 21 - 23 of 23 Posts. 1 2. J. jbs4570 · Premium Member. Colt pre-War swing out double actions. ... The stocks have obviously been replaced but I am surprised that serial number eight didn't sell right away. Wouldn't a single digit gun be very desirable?Colt Double Action Revolvers top. 1877 Lightning 1878 Frontier 1889 Navy 1892, 94, 95, 96, 1901, 03, New Army & Navy Models 1905 Marine Corps ... Woodsman Woodsman Match Target (1st "BULLSEYE" Model) Woodsman 2nd & 3rd Mod & Match Target. Colt Long Guns top. Berdan (Russian) Model RifleJun 28, 2009 · MODELS. Each series of the Woodsman had a Sport Model with a 4-1/2 inch round barrel, a Target Model with a 6 or 6-5/8 inch round barrel, and a Match Target Model with a heavy, flat sided barrel. For the First Series Match Target that flat sided barrel was 6-5/8 inches in length, while in the post war versions it was either 4-1/2 or 6 inches.I also have one of the old woodsman Colts. It's serial number dates it to 1921. Shoots great! It's the "Target" model. I also have a Woodsman Match Target. I think it's a 1970's mfg. Can't remember. Save Share. Like. 0. 021. ... Colt Firearm Serial Number Lookup - Year of Manufacture . Save Share. Like. m141a.A few examples of appraisal values for COLT MATCH TARGET 22 Search our price guide for your own treasures A Colt Woodsman 2nd Series Match Target semi-automatic pistol Serial no. 140573-S for 1954, .22 caliber. 6 inch barrel. ... were made in the most desirable caliber of . 45 Colt. This Colt Bisley has all matching serial numbers on the frame ...Learn how to identify and date your Colt revolver based on serial number, model name, and caliber. Find online resources, books, and experts to help you with your Colt questions.This Colt Woodsman Target Serial Number 65225-S was a special order by the US Government to be utilized and part of Arctic Survival Kits. This particular pistol was shipped to the Transportation Officer at the Ogden Air Material Area in Ogden, Utah on August 24th, 1949 in a 925 gun shipment.What value of a colts woodsman serial number 088435 s? Don't know the value ,but was mfg'd around 1975. What is the value of a colt woodsman serial number 088435 S?1955-77: Third Series Colt Woodsman Sport, Target, and Match Target Models; Model: TARGET MODEL (6 inch barrel) and SPORT MODEL (4-1/2 inch barrel) MATCH TARGET MODEL (4-1/2 or 6 inch barrel) Sights: Accro: Accro to 208300-S, Eliason thereafter. Grips: Injection molded black plastic to 1960 (approximate serial number 189200-S), walnut ...Therefore, a final conclusion rests with the eye of the beholder, but the desirability of a U.S. Cavalry Colt in the serial range of 4516 to 5521 is obvious, or even under serial number 10,500 for that matter. The Woodsman Bullseye model was numbered in non-sequential blocks, so a gun with a lower serial number might well have been assembled and …How To Read Colt Serial Numbers: The Start-To-Finish Guide. Colt Derringers and Pocket Pistols Year / Serial Number 1847 1 1848 2000 1849 8000 1850 12000 - 14000 Paterson Pocket or Baby Colts No. 1 Year / Serial Number 1837-1838 1-500 Belt Model Paterson No. 2 amp; 3 Year / Serial Number 1838 - 1840 1-850 Holster or Texas Paterson No.5 Year /Serial Number 1838 - 1840 1-1000 Ehlers Pistols 4 th ...Correct dates can be obtained from data in Crowell's, Murphy's, and Pate's books. I have no reason to believe that the M1909 dates on Proofhouse are wrong. I can provide you correct delivery dates (to the week) on M1917's if you PM me the full serial number (on the frame in the crane cutout) and service number (on the butt). Buck.Made between 1915 and 1927, they are known today as "pre-Woodsman" models. About 54,000 of these guns were made over the course of 12 years. Colt Huntsman.22 Serial Numbers. The Colt Woodsman is a semi- automatic sporting pistol manufactured by the American Colt's Manufacturing Company from 1. Colt Pistols - Woodsman For Sale.Colt Model 1860 Army .44 Caliber Serial Numbers by Year. Year: Serial Number Start: 1860: 1 : 1861: 2000 : 1862: 25000 : 1863: 85000 : 1864: 150000 : 1865Apr 24, 2021 · Hello Colt enthusiast. I am new to the forum and have a couple of questions regarding my early pre-Woodsman pistol. The pistol has an extremely low matching three digit serial #745 found stamped on the front grip strap, on the inside upper area of the slide, and on the inside of the rear grip strap. From my research this dates the manufacture ...Colt Woodsman Serial Number Lookup COLT WOODSMAN. Text and photos by Bob Rayburn The original Colt .22 Target Model was designed by John Moses Browning and improved by engineers at Colt Firearms prior to the start of production in 1915. Major design updates were made in 1947 and again in 1955. Those three designs …This Area is for Discussions on All Breeds of Colt Made Revolvers. In memory of Bill West /tommix, who shared his vast knowledge and passion of Colts with the forum for so many years. Thank you. RIP Bill. 417K.Colt Woodsman Serial Number Lookup COLT WOODSMAN. Text and photos by Bob Rayburn The original Colt .22 Target Model was designed by John Moses Browning and improved by engineers at Colt Firearms prior to the start of production in 1915. Major design updates were made in 1947 and again in 1955. Those three designs constitute what collectors call ...1006 posts · Joined 2014. #4 · Dec 31, 2023. The Colt Huntsman is a carryover of the 2nd Series Colt Challenger manufactured between 1950-1955. Your Huntsman is a 3rd Series, 1955-1977 and based on the serial number was manufactured in 1969. A very fine, rugged and accurate pistol.YEAR SERIAL NUMBER YEAR SERIAL NUMBER YEAR SERIAL NUMBER. 1914 246892 to 246895 1922 400000 to 400014 1945 WW II. 1915 to 255000 1923 to 400055 1946 to 402797. 1916 to 273400 1924 to 400195 1947 to 402833. 1917 to 278500 1925 to 400473 1948 to 402898. 1918 to 279000 1926 to 400874 1949 to 403222 . 1919 to 306000 1927 …Many products you have in your home have unique serial numbers printed on them. Companies assign serial numbers to their products. If you ever have to contact a company regarding a...First successful rimfire semi-auto .22 pistol. One of the most popular pistols of the early 20th century. Was extensively hand fitted. Now 40 years since they were in the Colt catalog. Collectors categorize three groups, First (Pre-Woodsman), Second and Third series. Some specimens can are valued at more than $4,000.Payment Methods: certified check or personal check with 5 day wait to clear funds. Colt the Woodsman first edition. 1929 model. Description: This gun is in outstanding condition. Bluing is 95%, the original grips are 98%. minor wear on the original bluing. It has a leather soch that it has been in for over 20 years.The serial number also provides a sure means of identification, since only the first series has no alphabetical suffix to the serial number. First Series Target (6-5/8” barrel): The earliest model of what would come to be known as the Woodsman originally came in only one version and was known simply as “Colt Automatic Target Pistol” from ...A COLT WOODSMAN pistol is currently worth an average price of $2,041.24 new and $1,059.67 used . The 12 month average price is $2,041.24 new and $1,057.56 used. The new value of a COLT WOODSMAN pistol has risen $115.52 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $2,041.24 .1966-1967. US Property marked XM16E1 Colt's and M16A1, both Colt Model 603. There are also a small number of US Air Force M16 Colt's Model 604 found in this serial number range. Serial numbers in this range were not run in order. M16A1's have been observed with serial numbers as low as 604,505, and XM16E1's have serial numbers as high as ...Gun Collector Lounge ...Picked up a rather cherry 1st series Woodsman today, serial number 70xxx, dating it to 1930 according to proof house.com. The finish is at least 95%. Unfortunately, the only condition issue with this otherwise fairly pristine pistol is that it is missing it's magazine. For this reason, I picked it up for $400 + tax.Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with a single 10-round magazine, marked "COLT CAL. 22 L.R.". The magazine has minor wear with intact feed lips and a strong spring. Our Assessment: This is a Colt Woodsman 3rd Series Match Target pistol, made in 1975. It has a 6? fluted slab-side barrel with full-length lug, adjustable sights ...Old but very rare. Sequentially serial numbered Woodsman's 1st Series shipped Nov 19, 1938. Shipment was for 6 guns, only Woodsman's sent to Boston Police Dept. Shows their age. What is really neat is that seller had his fathers personal inventory records. He bought them Nov 1978 and paid...Colt, Single Action Army (2nd Generation) revolvers, having serial numbers from 0001SA to 82000SA, all calibers, made between 1956 and 1976. ... Colt, Woodsman, .22 caliber semiautomatic pistols, all models, all series, all serial numbers, (to include Match Target, Challenger, Huntsmen, and Targetsman), made prior to 1978.Our Assessment: This is a Colt Woodsman 2nd Series pistol, made in 1949. Unlike the 1st and 3rd Series, the 2nd Series pistols have a push-button magazine release that is more familiar to many pistol shooters, today. John M. Browning designed “Colt’s Automatic Pistol, Caliber .22”, later to become the Woodsman, with the design refined slightly by Colt …Picked up a rather cherry 1st series Woodsman today, serial number 70xxx, dating it to 1930 according to proof house.com. The finish is at least 95%. Unfortunately, the only condition issue with this otherwise fairly pristine pistol is that it is missing it's magazine. For this reason, I picked it up for $400 + tax.Colt Woodsman Target Model manufactured 1936. 6 5/8" Straight taper barrel. Regards, Tom Platt ... Serial Number Lookup - Colt's Manufacturing LLCDecrypting the 742 Manufacture Date. The Remington 742 manufacturer dates are usually located on both the right and left sides of the firearm's barrel. They appear as numbers and letters, each of which represents the year, month, and date of manufacture. To decrypt the date of manufacture for a Remington model, check to see what letters and ...Colt Serial Number Lookup. Just got a letter on a high 723000 serial number range Official Police. Revolver shows manufacture date of October 23, 1942, and ship date of November 14, 1942. Colt lookup dates it to 1945, and in the past I have seen other OP family revolvers dated to 1945 which I wondered if they actually lettered to that date.The flat side surfaces of the slide have exquisite 24 karat gold inlaid line border. The one line Colt address is marked on the left side of the barrel. The Rampant Colt over "WOODSMAN" on the left side of the frame and "COLT AUTOMATIC / CAL. 22 LONG RIFLE" on the left front of the slide. The serial number is marked on the right side of the ...Letters at the end of a serial number or the beginning are part of the serial number. Colt began using letters as prefixes or suffixes to serial numbers to insure each pistol had a unique serial number in order to comply with the Gun Control Act of the mid 1960's. Before that, Colt started each pistol with serial number 1 and went up from there ...The other 115 had either the undercut front sight as used on the Woodsman Target model, or the isosceles trapezoidal front sight blade as used on the Woodsman Sport Model. I believe the undercut Target type was the most rare. At one time I had three of them with consecutive serial numbers and all three types of front sight.1006 posts · Joined 2014. #4 · Dec 31, 2023. The Colt Huntsman is a carryover of the 2nd Series Colt Challenger manufactured between 1950-1955. Your Huntsman is a 3rd Series, 1955-1977 and based on the serial number was manufactured in 1969. A very fine, rugged and accurate pistol.The one I found that bothers me is a GCNM in SS that Colt told me on the phone was made in 1988 but on the lookup tool it comes up 1995. Now aside from Colt telling me on the phone it was made in 1988 the friend I bought it from remembers getting it from his Son for Christmas of 1988. Unfortunately he threw out the box and paperwork years ago.Please contact Gloria at 540-613-2077 (after 12 noon eastern time) or email jimsguns2020yahoo. Thanks for Looking! You can see all our listings by typing Moby in the search box. Price: $3,600.00 Buy Now. Curio/Relic: Yes. Manufacturer: Colt. Model: Woodsman Match Target. Serial Number: M76075. Barrel Length: 6 1/2.Some newer serial numbers will not show, so you can call Colt and they'll give you a year over the phone. For anything more then the year shipped, you have to buy a Colt Archive letter, price usually around $75.00. Or, post the number here and we can give you a date up into 1985, and possibly later. If you don't want the entire number posted ...Year / Serial Number. 1838 - 1840 1-850 . Holster or Texas Paterson No.5. Year /Serial Number. 1838 - 1840 1-1000 . Ehlers Pistols 4 th & 5 th Model. Year / Serial Number. 1840-1843 1-500 . Colt Baby Dragoon Pocket. Year / Serial Number. 1847 1 1848 2000 1849 8000 1850 12000 - 14000 . Cloverleaf House Model Revolver .41. Year / Serial Number ...In December of 1960 we started roll marking AR15 rifles. The following is a general breakdown by serial number of major types model 03, 04, SMG, model 613 and Lebanon rifles. Starting S/N 101 through 14,484. For General Curtis LeMay (AR15). Serial numbers 2,000,000 - 2,999,999 were set aside for Harrington & Richardson.Each series of the Woodsman had a Sport Model with a 4-1/2 inch round barrel, a Target Model with a 6 or 6-5/8 inch round barrel, and a Match Target Model with a heavy, flat sided barrel. For the First Series Match Target that flat sided barrel was 6-5/8 inches in length, while in the post war versions it was either 4-1/2 or 6 inches.Letters at the end of a serial number or the beginning are part of the serial number. Colt began using letters as prefixes or suffixes to serial numbers to insure each pistol had a unique serial number in order to comply with the Gun Control Act of the mid 1960's. Before that, Colt started each pistol with serial number 1 and went up from there ...Thus, as long as law-abiding citizens are allowed to defend themselves with firearms against law-breakers, the Colt M-1903 will maintain its status as One Good Gun. Colt Model 1903 Specifications. Model: Colt Pocket Hammerless Model 1903. Type: Internal hammer, semi-automatic, single-action pistol, blowback.#1 · Feb 11, 2021. Dear members, I have inherited some Colt's from my father and have no idea about some things. I have read about this woodsman and I am not sure if these … Our Assessment: This is a Colt Woodsman 2nd Series pistol, made in 1949. Unlike the 1st and 3rd Serie
The Target Model was first introduced at serial number 2318-S. Your Colt Woodsman 2nd Series 6" Target Model was manufactured in 1948 and sports a Coltmaster windage and elevation adjustable rear Sight. With a closed frame, 1947-1950, and shipped with Coltwood (Bakelite type) thumb rest target grips.I have a Colt Woodsman 22 long rifle target pistol, as well as the original box, manual, etc. Any information about the year of manufacture and the value is appreciated. Serial number is 77213.I hate to be a 'stick in the mud' with the facts, but your serial number 1807-S was actually manufactured in 1948 as shown in Bob Rayburn's most excellent Colt Woodsman Pocket Guide at www.colt22.com Bob spent a considerable amount personal time at the Colt Factory researching their archives to insure the accuracy of all things printed in his ...1006 posts · Joined 2014. #4 · Dec 31, 2023. The Colt Huntsman is a carryover of the 2nd Series Colt Challenger manufactured between 1950-1955. Your Huntsman is a 3rd Series, 1955-1977 and based on the serial number was manufactured in 1969. A very fine, rugged and accurate pistol.The Woodsman Bullseye model was numbered in non-sequential blocks, so a gun with a lower serial number might well have been assembled and shipped later than one with a higher serial number. As a result, any table of manufacture dates by serial number for the First Series Match Target can only be approximate at best. DATE: Jun 1938 (begin) Jan 1939.Serial number 1150-S.....weak strike... stranger things have happened. Colt Woodsman 2nd Series 1948 6" Match Target with later Injection Molded Plastic Grips modified to fit the closed frame of the early production 2nd Series. A photograph of the back side of the removed left grip would confirm my statement in regards.prewoodsman said: Called a "U.S. Air Force Target" and often referred to as a "Arctic Survival Kit" example. Contracted with the U.S. government, Colt supplied 950 such example. Identified by serial numbers ranging in the 64,000's to the 65000's.Engraved Colt Woodsman. Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories. This is an engraved pre Woodsman with serial number 46XXX made in 1926. It is one of two of this model that has been engraved by Jim Sornberger in March of 1996. It comes with thick ivory grips, which is unusual due to the long standing embargo.The Target Model was first introduced at serial number 2318-S. Your Colt Woodsman 2nd Series 6" Target Model was manufactured in 1948 and sports a Coltmaster windage and elevation adjustable rear Sight. With a closed frame, 1947-1950, and shipped with Coltwood (Bakelite type) thumb rest target grips.Jun 28, 2009 · MODELS. Each series of the Woodsman had a Sport Model with a 4-1/2 inch round barrel, a Target Model with a 6 or 6-5/8 inch round barrel, and a Match Target Model with a heavy, flat sided barrel. For the First Series Match Target that flat sided barrel was 6-5/8 inches in length, while in the post war versions it was either 4-1/2 or 6 inches.prewoodsman said: Called a "U.S. Air Force Target" and often referred to as a "Arctic Survival Kit" example. Contracted with the U.S. government, Colt supplied 950 such example. Identified by serial numbers ranging in the 64,000's to the 65000's.1967. 308500C - 315600C. 1968. 315600C - 324500C. 1969. 324500C - 332650C. 1970. 332650C - 336169C. Year Approximate Serial Number Range 1912 C1 - C1900 1913 C1900 - C5400 1914 C5400 - C16600 1915 C16600 - C27600 1916 C27600 - C75000 1917 C75000 - C99000 1918 C99000 - C106000 1919 C106000 - C121000 1920 C121000 - C127000 …Search "The Best Damn Gunshop in the World" 7626 Westheimer @ Voss, Houston, Texas 77063. BROWSE OUR. New Arrivals! TOLL FREE: (877) 214-9327 [email protected] Search Products by Category ... Colt Woodsman Match Target 2nd Series .22 LR (C16725) Price: $1,295.00. Item Number:Colt Woodsman semi-automatic 22LR Pistol Description: Colt Woodsman semi-automatic 22LR Pistol. Normal wear on bluing. See all photos for details. Buyer is responsible for a 35 dollar shipping charge. SOLD Rifle Caliber:.22 Long Rifle Manufacturer: Colt Model: Woodsman Serial Number: 68362 Barrel Length: 6.5" Condition: Very good1970. 332650C - 336169C. Year Approximate Serial Number Range 1912 C1 - C1900 1913 C1900 - C5400 1914 C5400 - C16600 1915 C16600 - C27600 1916 C27600 - C75000 1917 C75000 - C99000 1918 C99000 - C106000 1919 C106000 - C121000 1920 C121000 - C127000 1921 C127000 - C129000 1922 C129000 - C134000 1923 C134000 - C135000 1924 C135000 - C140000 1925.According to Pate, the US Military bought 3,962 Match Target Woodsman pistols before or during WWII. Those below SN 14000 will have the Ordnance escutcheon on the left side of the receiver and the G.H.D. inspection stamp on the right side. Pistols above SN 14000 are roll marked "U.S. Property" in lieu of the Ordnance escutcheon.NOTE: Colt and Ithaca serial numbers based on shipping records. All other pistols based on procurement records. Charles W. Clawson. Collector's Guide to Colt .45 Service Pistols: Models of 1911 and 1911A1 Third Edition. Fort Wayne, IN 46885-5216. Date Serial Start Serial End Manufacturer Quantity: 1924 700001 710000 Colt 10,000 1937 710001 ...The Quintessential 22 Pistol: The Colt Woodsman; The Rocky History Of The ... Serial number 995 The year/serial numbers under Colt SP series was forwarded ... 45 Colt. 65 mm. This table represent an estimate of "Serial Numbers" and"Year ... 38 Model 1911 9MM Commercial Woodsman Woodsman Match Target (1st ... May 25, 2019 · Take Colt revolver ...Referring to the Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver, “The serial numbers overlapped with its predecessor from the 12000 serial range through to 340000.” [So concluding from the above, since the Model 1849 Pocket began at serial number 12000 therefore, there were actually about 328,000 first generation produced].56 posts · Joined 2022. #2 · Jan 7, 2023. Hi Rich, Model 1877 Serial Numbers are included in Colt's Manufacturing LLC. MODEL 1877 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER (LIGHTNING 38, THUNDERER 41, AND RAINMAKER 32) Hope that helps. Martin. vetpathdoc Discussion starter. 144 posts · Joined 2018.prewoodsman said: Called a "U.S. Air Force Target" and often referred to as a "Arctic Survival Kit" example. Contracted with the U.S. government, Colt supplied 950 such example. Identified by serial numbers ranging in the 64,000's to the 65000's.Colt Python owners can identify the general date of their weapon’s manufacture by checking for certain characteristics, such as the serial number sequencing and gun finish. The ear...Delta Elite serial number listing. Hi All: Being a new member I was hoping someone could advise where I could find a listing of Delta Elite serial numbers. I have a blued model with serial number DE05551 that I would like to know when it was manufactured. Thanks for your help. That puts year of MFG as 1987.Year: 1949. This Colt Woodsman Target Serial Number 65225-S was a special order by the US Government to be utilized and part of Arctic Survival Kits. This particular pistol was shipped to the Transportation Officer at the Ogden Air Material Area in Ogden, Utah on August 24th, 1949 in a 925 gun shipment. Special features of this pistol note that ...824tsv. 423 posts · Joined 2015. #3 · Apr 11, 2018. Your Father-in-law's Colt Challenger dates to 1951. It's a semi-automatic pistol chambered in .22 Long Rifle. Colt used the same roll marking on the slide "Colt Automatic CAL .22 Long Rifle" from 1915-1977 on all their Woodsman pistols including the Challenger and later on the Huntsman.Pre-Woodsman. Model made from 1915-1927. Has a 10-round magazine, blue finish, checkered walnut grips and 6.625" barrel. Designed for .22 LR standard velocity ammunition. Rear sight adjustable for windage, front sight for elevation. Up until approximately serial number 31000 the barrel was a very thin, so-called "pencil barrel".The Colt Woodsman is credited as the first successful rimfire .22-caliber semi-automatic pistol. The Woodsman enjoys a rich history as a true American icon. Designed by John Moses Browning, the ...Colt Automatic Target Pistol .22 LR Serial Number 55070 - An early Model S "Pre-Woodsman" in very nice condition. This pistol belonged to firearms inventor Charles J. Jolidon as it was obtained by the previous owner directly from Charles J. Jolidon's son, Charles F. Jolidon.The serial number also provides a sure means of identification, since only the first series has no alphabetical suffix to the serial number. First Series Target (6-5/8” barrel): The earliest model of what would come to be known as the Woodsman originally came in only one version and was known simply as “Colt Automatic Target Pistol” from ...This Colt Woodsman Target Serial Number 65225-S was a special order by the US Government to be utilized and part of Arctic Survival Kits. This particular pistol was shipped to the Transportation Officer at the Ogden Air Material Area in Ogden, Utah on August 24th, 1949 in a 925 gun shipment.The box for this pistol has an end label marked with the Model Number "S1161s1", "C.S. #3009", the serial number, "Custom Engraved Woodsman" and "Target Model, .22c, 5" bbl, gold plated finish/w/custom case". ... Iconic and Well Documented Special Order Cased Set of Two Factory Master Engraved Colt Woodsman Semi-Automatic Pistols by Master ...Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes in a hinged-lid cardboard Colt box with model-matching label and the serial number hand-written on the bottom of the tray portion. Included in the box is a brass clearing/cleaning rod, factory paperwork including manual and a serial-matching Colt test-target.I recently obtained a Service Model Ace in good condition for a reasonable price. However, I'm puzzled about the serial number. It's 70G77XXX, which on the Colt website shows to be a "GOVERNMENT MODEL MKIV SERIES 70" made in 1974. I'm aware that some SM Aces were shipped with Series '70 serial numbers instead of the usual SM number ...Nov 24, 2020 · Colt Woodsman Target Model manufactured 1936. 6 5/8" Straight taper barrel. Regards, Tom Platt ... Serial Number Lookup - Colt's Manufacturing LLCBob Rayburn's Home Page. Collectible firearms, especially the Colt Woodsman; Politics (Conservative, libertarian); Travel and photography are two hobbies that go well together. I have been to every place that has a pin in the map below, and more. Most of the travel pages below are live, but several of them are works in progress and not yet linked.Old but very rare. Sequentially serial numbered Woodsman's 1st Series shipped Nov 19, 1938. Shipment was for 6 guns, only Woodsman's sent to Boston Police Dept. Shows their age. What is really neat is that seller had his fathers personal inventory records. He bought them Nov 1978 and paid...Yes, you can find out the manufacture date of a Colt Woodsman by its serial number, Colt have an online tool, you can try that. Thanks for the question. Welcome to Historical Firearms, a site that looks at the history, development and use of firearms, as well as wider military historyThe process has only two steps: Go to the customer portal on Colt's site. Visit the serial number lookup section, followed by keying the code details. You'll notice that Colt's portal won't normally have conclusive details, but it's an excellent place to start. This is because of the similarity of Colt serial numbers, especially on ...The second series grips Sport, Target and Match Target models were at first made of "Coltwood" until about serial number 71200-S. After that, they were made of injection molded plastic. There was a change to the frames of the pistols at the serial number stated and the earlier grips will not fit the later pistols in the second series.Browse Search Ask. Colt Woodsman serial number question. ... Colt Woodsman serial number question. I have a colt Woodsman, 6 1/2" barrel, adjustable rear sight, the front sight has a pin in front and screw in the back ( does that mean it is "adjustable" ? and magazine release at base of the grip. The serial number has me confused. It is ...Find the approximate ship date of your Colt Woodsman, Match Target, Challenger, Huntsman or Targetsman based on the serial number. See the tables for different models and series from 1915 to 1977. Feb 11, 2021 · This is a 1953 Match Target. View attachment 726929. Click to expan