Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this exceptional vintage target pistol set for a penny start auction, this is the High Standard Supermatic Citation Model 103 chambered in .22 LR w/ Dual Barrel Set (5.5" Heavy Barrel & 4-1/2" Target Barrel), High-Luster Blue Finish, Target Sights & Walnut Thumb-Rest Target Stocks.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: High Standard Mfg. Corp.
Model: Supermatic Citation (Model 103)
Serial: 1306045
Date of Manufacture: 1963
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle (.22 LR)
Finish: Factory High-Luster Blued Carbon Steel Slide, Frame & Barrels
Barrel Length: Dual Interchangeable Barrels: 5.5" Heavy Target Barrel w/ Integrated Stabilizer Vents & 4-1/2" Heavy Target Barrel
Optics/Sights: Frame-Mounted Fully Adjustable Target Rear Sight & Undercut Front Target Sight Blade
Stock/Grips: Factory Checkered American Walnut Target Stocks w/ Integrated Left-Hand Thumb Rest & Gold Eagle Medallions
Action: Single-Action Semi-Automatic Target Pistol w/ Push-Button Barrel Takedown & Frame Safety
Markings: Left slide roll-marked "HI-STANDARD"; left frame stamped "SUPERMATIC / CITATION"; left 6-3/4" barrel stamped ".22 LONG RIFLE" alongside Eagle logo; right frame stamped serial "1306045 / MODEL 103" and "HIGH STANDARD MFG. CORP. / HAMDEN, CONN., U.S.A."; right frame trigger guard stamped matching serial "1306045"; secondary 4-1/2" barrel stamped "HIGH STANDARD MFG. CORP. / NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A."; magazine base marked "HI-STANDARD".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Manufactured in Hamden, Connecticut during the golden age of American target pistol engineering, the High Standard Model 103 Supermatic Citation is universally acclaimed among competitive bullseye marksmen. Featuring a rigid frame-mounted rear sight assembly that remains stationary during cycling, an exquisite match trigger, and High Standard's famous push-button quick-takedown barrel system, the Citation set Olympic and national target records throughout the mid-20th century. The desirable Model 103 series stands out for its high-luster blued finishes, precision hand-fitted lockwork, and versatile modular barrel setup options.
This specific example is an authentic 1963-manufactured High Standard Model 103 Supermatic Citation bearing matching serial number 1306045. Chambered in economical .22 Long Rifle, it is offered as a premier dual-barrel target set: fitted w/ a 6-3/4 inch ported heavy target barrel featuring integral muzzle stabilizer vents, alongside a separate factory High Standard 4-1/2 inch heavy bull barrel (stamped New Haven, CT). It features factory high-luster blued steel finishes, frame-mounted micro-adjustable rear target sight, push-button barrel release, and factory checkered American walnut target grips w/ inset gold High Standard eagle medallions. Preserved in exceptional collectible condition w/ deep original bluing, mirror-bright bores w/ sharp rifling, and a glass-smooth match trigger pull, this Model 103 set comes complete w/ one (1) factory High Standard-marked 10-round .22 LR magazine. An investment-grade 1960s Connecticut target package ready for bullseye competition, range recreation, or placement in any advanced High Standard firearms collection.
Contents:
Model: Supermatic Citation (Model 103)
Serial: 1306045
Date of Manufacture: 1963
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle (.22 LR)
Finish: Factory High-Luster Blued Carbon Steel Slide, Frame & Barrels
Barrel Length: Dual Interchangeable Barrels: 5.5" Heavy Target Barrel w/ Integrated Stabilizer Vents & 4-1/2" Heavy Target Barrel
Optics/Sights: Frame-Mounted Fully Adjustable Target Rear Sight & Undercut Front Target Sight Blade
Stock/Grips: Factory Checkered American Walnut Target Stocks w/ Integrated Left-Hand Thumb Rest & Gold Eagle Medallions
Action: Single-Action Semi-Automatic Target Pistol w/ Push-Button Barrel Takedown & Frame Safety
Markings: Left slide roll-marked "HI-STANDARD"; left frame stamped "SUPERMATIC / CITATION"; left 6-3/4" barrel stamped ".22 LONG RIFLE" alongside Eagle logo; right frame stamped serial "1306045 / MODEL 103" and "HIGH STANDARD MFG. CORP. / HAMDEN, CONN., U.S.A."; right frame trigger guard stamped matching serial "1306045"; secondary 4-1/2" barrel stamped "HIGH STANDARD MFG. CORP. / NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A."; magazine base marked "HI-STANDARD".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Manufactured in Hamden, Connecticut during the golden age of American target pistol engineering, the High Standard Model 103 Supermatic Citation is universally acclaimed among competitive bullseye marksmen. Featuring a rigid frame-mounted rear sight assembly that remains stationary during cycling, an exquisite match trigger, and High Standard's famous push-button quick-takedown barrel system, the Citation set Olympic and national target records throughout the mid-20th century. The desirable Model 103 series stands out for its high-luster blued finishes, precision hand-fitted lockwork, and versatile modular barrel setup options.
This specific example is an authentic 1963-manufactured High Standard Model 103 Supermatic Citation bearing matching serial number 1306045. Chambered in economical .22 Long Rifle, it is offered as a premier dual-barrel target set: fitted w/ a 6-3/4 inch ported heavy target barrel featuring integral muzzle stabilizer vents, alongside a separate factory High Standard 4-1/2 inch heavy bull barrel (stamped New Haven, CT). It features factory high-luster blued steel finishes, frame-mounted micro-adjustable rear target sight, push-button barrel release, and factory checkered American walnut target grips w/ inset gold High Standard eagle medallions. Preserved in exceptional collectible condition w/ deep original bluing, mirror-bright bores w/ sharp rifling, and a glass-smooth match trigger pull, this Model 103 set comes complete w/ one (1) factory High Standard-marked 10-round .22 LR magazine. An investment-grade 1960s Connecticut target package ready for bullseye competition, range recreation, or placement in any advanced High Standard firearms collection.
Contents:
This example will ship as shown w/ two (2) factory High Standard barrels (5.5" barrel installed & 4-1/2" barrel included) and one (1) factory High Standard-marked 10-round .22 LR magazine. Pistol, extra barrel, and single magazine as pictured; no original factory box or manual included.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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