Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction, this is the Reising Arms Company Target Automatic Pistol.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Reising Arms Company
Model: Target Automatic Pistol
Serial: 10423
Date of Manufacture: 1921-1924
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 6 ¾"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Fixed Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Brown Synthetic Reising Logos
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Reising Arms Company Target Automatic Pistol is a rare and historically significant American rimfire handgun developed in the early 20th century by Eugene Reising, a talented engineer best known for creating the later Reising submachine gun used during World War II. Produced by Reising Arms Company, the Target Automatic Pistol was designed as a precision-oriented .22-caliber semi-automatic handgun intended for competitive target shooting and serious recreational marksmanship during a period when target pistol competition was becoming increasingly popular in the United States. The pistol reflected the influence of early European and American target pistol engineering, emphasizing accuracy, refined trigger characteristics, and stable handling rather than compactness or military utility. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle, the Reising Target Automatic utilized a blowback-operated semi-automatic action, a common and reliable system for rimfire pistols that allowed smooth cycling with minimal recoil while maintaining excellent mechanical simplicity. One of the defining characteristics of the pistol was its unusually sleek and refined design, often featuring a sharply angled grip intended to promote natural pointability and precise target alignment. Many examples incorporated long barrels, adjustable target sights, finely machined steel construction, and carefully fitted internal components designed to maximize practical accuracy. The pistol’s grip angle and overall profile reflected contemporary trends in precision target pistols, with ergonomics intended to support one-handed bullseye-style shooting, which dominated formal pistol competition during the era. Mechanically, the pistol became respected for its crisp trigger pull and stable barrel alignment, characteristics that contributed to excellent accuracy potential with quality .22 LR ammunition.
Model: Target Automatic Pistol
Serial: 10423
Date of Manufacture: 1921-1924
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 6 ¾"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Fixed Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Brown Synthetic Reising Logos
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Reising Arms Company Target Automatic Pistol is a rare and historically significant American rimfire handgun developed in the early 20th century by Eugene Reising, a talented engineer best known for creating the later Reising submachine gun used during World War II. Produced by Reising Arms Company, the Target Automatic Pistol was designed as a precision-oriented .22-caliber semi-automatic handgun intended for competitive target shooting and serious recreational marksmanship during a period when target pistol competition was becoming increasingly popular in the United States. The pistol reflected the influence of early European and American target pistol engineering, emphasizing accuracy, refined trigger characteristics, and stable handling rather than compactness or military utility. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle, the Reising Target Automatic utilized a blowback-operated semi-automatic action, a common and reliable system for rimfire pistols that allowed smooth cycling with minimal recoil while maintaining excellent mechanical simplicity. One of the defining characteristics of the pistol was its unusually sleek and refined design, often featuring a sharply angled grip intended to promote natural pointability and precise target alignment. Many examples incorporated long barrels, adjustable target sights, finely machined steel construction, and carefully fitted internal components designed to maximize practical accuracy. The pistol’s grip angle and overall profile reflected contemporary trends in precision target pistols, with ergonomics intended to support one-handed bullseye-style shooting, which dominated formal pistol competition during the era. Mechanically, the pistol became respected for its crisp trigger pull and stable barrel alignment, characteristics that contributed to excellent accuracy potential with quality .22 LR ammunition.
In practical use, the Reising Target Automatic Pistol gained attention among target shooters and firearms enthusiasts who appreciated its advanced engineering and refined shooting qualities. Shooters often praised the pistol’s balance, smooth cycling action, and impressive precision at formal target distances, particularly in slow-fire competition shooting. However, production numbers remained relatively limited compared to more commercially successful target pistols from manufacturers such as Colt, High Standard, or Smith & Wesson, making surviving examples relatively scarce today. The pistol’s connection to Eugene Reising also adds considerable historical interest, as his engineering work bridged the gap between classic interwar sporting firearms and military small arms development. Today, the Reising Arms Company Target Automatic Pistol is regarded as a rare and collectible American target handgun, admired for its historical significance, precision-oriented design, elegant craftsmanship, and connection to one of the more innovative firearms designers of the early 20th century.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with all contents pictured above.
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.
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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.
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1178612536 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-06-07 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
106.5 |
