Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this awesome semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction; this is the High Standard Victor.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: High Standard
Model: Victor
Serial: ML81073
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 5.5" Barrel with Ventilated Rib
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Post with Adjustable Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Hardwood Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The High Standard Victor is one of the most respected American-made target pistols ever produced, earning an outstanding reputation among competitive shooters and precision rimfire enthusiasts for its exceptional accuracy, refined trigger quality, and advanced target-oriented design. Manufactured by High Standard Manufacturing Company, the Victor was introduced during the 1960s as the flagship model in High Standard’s famous Supermatic series and was specifically engineered for serious bullseye competition and precision target shooting. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle, the pistol represented the pinnacle of High Standard’s rimfire target pistol development during an era when formal bullseye shooting and Olympic-style competition were at their peak popularity in the United States. One of the defining characteristics of the High Standard Victor is its highly distinctive barrel design, most notably the ventilated rib and removable barrel weight system found on many examples, which allowed shooters to customize balance and handling characteristics for personal preference and competition needs. The pistol typically featured a heavy match-grade barrel, fully adjustable target sights, an exceptionally crisp trigger, and anatomically shaped target grips designed to promote maximum stability and control during one-handed precision shooting. Mechanically, the Victor utilized a fixed-barrel blowback-operated action, a configuration highly favored in precision rimfire pistols because it eliminates barrel movement during cycling and contributes greatly to inherent mechanical accuracy. The pistol also incorporated a unique push-button takedown system that enabled quick barrel removal and cleaning without complicated disassembly.
Model: Victor
Serial: ML81073
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 5.5" Barrel with Ventilated Rib
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Post with Adjustable Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Hardwood Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The High Standard Victor is one of the most respected American-made target pistols ever produced, earning an outstanding reputation among competitive shooters and precision rimfire enthusiasts for its exceptional accuracy, refined trigger quality, and advanced target-oriented design. Manufactured by High Standard Manufacturing Company, the Victor was introduced during the 1960s as the flagship model in High Standard’s famous Supermatic series and was specifically engineered for serious bullseye competition and precision target shooting. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle, the pistol represented the pinnacle of High Standard’s rimfire target pistol development during an era when formal bullseye shooting and Olympic-style competition were at their peak popularity in the United States. One of the defining characteristics of the High Standard Victor is its highly distinctive barrel design, most notably the ventilated rib and removable barrel weight system found on many examples, which allowed shooters to customize balance and handling characteristics for personal preference and competition needs. The pistol typically featured a heavy match-grade barrel, fully adjustable target sights, an exceptionally crisp trigger, and anatomically shaped target grips designed to promote maximum stability and control during one-handed precision shooting. Mechanically, the Victor utilized a fixed-barrel blowback-operated action, a configuration highly favored in precision rimfire pistols because it eliminates barrel movement during cycling and contributes greatly to inherent mechanical accuracy. The pistol also incorporated a unique push-button takedown system that enabled quick barrel removal and cleaning without complicated disassembly.
In practical use, the High Standard Victor became legendary in competitive bullseye circles because of its remarkable out-of-the-box accuracy and superb trigger quality. Shooters frequently praised the pistol’s ability to produce extremely tight groups at formal target distances, often rivaling or surpassing expensive European target pistols of the same era. The balance and ergonomics of the Victor also made it exceptionally controllable and comfortable during long competition sessions, while the adjustable sight system allowed precise tuning for different ammunition and shooting disciplines. High Standard pistols became dominant in American target shooting for decades, and the Victor in particular developed a reputation as one of the finest precision rimfire pistols ever manufactured in the United States. Even after production changes and company ownership transitions over the years, original Hamden and early East Hartford-produced Victors remained especially prized by collectors and competitive shooters for their exceptional craftsmanship and performance. Today, the High Standard Victor is regarded as a classic masterpiece of American target pistol engineering, admired for its precision machining, outstanding accuracy, competition pedigree, and enduring legacy as one of the greatest .22 LR target handguns ever built.
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.
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
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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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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1178679452 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-06-07 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
338.33 |




