Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this single-action single-shot pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Savage Arms Corporation Model 101.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Savage Arms Corporation
Model: 101
Serial: 26474
Date of Manufacture: 1960-1968
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue and Black
Barrel Length: 4 1/4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Grips with Savage Indian Head Logos
Action: Single-Action / Single-Shot
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Savage Model 101 is a single-shot .22 LR pistol manufactured from 1960 to 1968 to capitalize on the era's Western television craze. Designed by Robert L. Hillberg, the 9-inch, 20-ounce handgun features a clever hybrid mechanism that mimics a traditional single-action revolver while operating via a unique swing-out design where the entire barrel and fake cylinder assembly pivot to the right, exposing a single chamber. Built with a lightweight black alloy frame, it features a 4.25-inch blued steel barrel with a traditional fixed blade front sight and a notch rear sight cut into the topstrap of the frame to preserve its sleek, cowboy-style silhouette. Spent casings are removed via a functional, spring-loaded manual ejector rod assembly mounted beneath the barrel, and the pistol enhances its visual illusion with mock lead bullet tips machined directly into the front face of the non-rotating faux cylinder. Finished with authentic hardwood grips featuring the iconic Savage Indian Head logo, this affordable youth trainer's short eight-year production run and deceptive layout make it a fascinating niche collectible and a distinct historical curiosity of mid-century American firearms engineering.
Model: 101
Serial: 26474
Date of Manufacture: 1960-1968
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue and Black
Barrel Length: 4 1/4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Grips with Savage Indian Head Logos
Action: Single-Action / Single-Shot
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Savage Model 101 is a single-shot .22 LR pistol manufactured from 1960 to 1968 to capitalize on the era's Western television craze. Designed by Robert L. Hillberg, the 9-inch, 20-ounce handgun features a clever hybrid mechanism that mimics a traditional single-action revolver while operating via a unique swing-out design where the entire barrel and fake cylinder assembly pivot to the right, exposing a single chamber. Built with a lightweight black alloy frame, it features a 4.25-inch blued steel barrel with a traditional fixed blade front sight and a notch rear sight cut into the topstrap of the frame to preserve its sleek, cowboy-style silhouette. Spent casings are removed via a functional, spring-loaded manual ejector rod assembly mounted beneath the barrel, and the pistol enhances its visual illusion with mock lead bullet tips machined directly into the front face of the non-rotating faux cylinder. Finished with authentic hardwood grips featuring the iconic Savage Indian Head logo, this affordable youth trainer's short eight-year production run and deceptive layout make it a fascinating niche collectible and a distinct historical curiosity of mid-century American firearms engineering.
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
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
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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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From a small town hobby, to a leader in the investment and collector grade firearms industry. Bryant Ridge Firearms is here to offer the best in quality and customer service when you are looking to unload your collector grade firearm collection. 
Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1184828008 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-07-05 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
130 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-07-05 17:06:02 |
