Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt Woodsman 3rd Series Sport Model!
The Colt Woodsman Third Series Sport Model, produced between 1955 and 1977, offered a lighter, more compact alternative within the final generation of the Woodsman lineup. Designed with a slim profile and a shorter barrel, the Sport Model catered to shooters seeking a versatile .22 LR pistol suited for field use, plinking, and general recreational shooting. It retained the updated ergonomics, modernized controls, and refined styling characteristic of the Third Series while emphasizing handiness and quick handling. Today, the Sport Model is appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts for its balance of classic Colt quality and practical, easy-carrying design.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Woodsman 3rd Series Sport Model
Serial: 097400S
Date of Manufacture: 1976
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4 ½"
Optics/Sights: Pinned Blade on Ramped Base Front with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Hardwood Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Woodsman Third Series, produced from 1955 to 1977, represented the final evolution of Colt’s renowned .22 LR semiautomatic pistol line, which had begun in the 1910s under the guidance of John Moses Browning. This series introduced several functional and aesthetic updates that distinguished it from earlier Woodsman generations, including a reshaped grip frame, redesigned safety and magazine release, and a more modernized overall profile. Colt simplified the model lineup during this period, offering the Target, Sport, and Match Target variants, each built around the reputation for accuracy, smooth operation, and fine workmanship that had long defined the Woodsman family. The Third Series continued Colt’s tradition of producing high-quality rimfire pistols appreciated by both target shooters and small-game hunters.
Model: Woodsman 3rd Series Sport Model
Serial: 097400S
Date of Manufacture: 1976
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4 ½"
Optics/Sights: Pinned Blade on Ramped Base Front with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Hardwood Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Woodsman Third Series, produced from 1955 to 1977, represented the final evolution of Colt’s renowned .22 LR semiautomatic pistol line, which had begun in the 1910s under the guidance of John Moses Browning. This series introduced several functional and aesthetic updates that distinguished it from earlier Woodsman generations, including a reshaped grip frame, redesigned safety and magazine release, and a more modernized overall profile. Colt simplified the model lineup during this period, offering the Target, Sport, and Match Target variants, each built around the reputation for accuracy, smooth operation, and fine workmanship that had long defined the Woodsman family. The Third Series continued Colt’s tradition of producing high-quality rimfire pistols appreciated by both target shooters and small-game hunters.
While manufacturing practices increasingly shifted toward cost efficiency in the 1960s and 1970s, the Third Series Woodsman maintained strong performance characteristics and benefited from improvements in durability and parts standardization. The Match Target version, in particular, showcased Colt’s attention to precision with its heavy barrel and enhanced sighting system. Third Series pistols also featured changes intended to meet evolving market expectations, such as redesigned grips and revised markings. Production concluded in 1977, ending more than six decades of Woodsman development. Today, the Third Series is valued by collectors for its balance of modern improvements and classic Colt craftsmanship, serving as a fitting final chapter to one of the most iconic rimfire pistol lines in American firearms history.
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
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.
We strive to ship orders within the close of the following business day after payment and documentation is received.
Payment Details
We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.
Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
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
Our #1 priority is customer satisfaction. We want to build a lasting trust in the relationship with our customers, so that you will always look to us for all your firearms needs. If you have any issues with your transactions please contact us, and we will work with you to resolve any issues you may have. We greatly appreciate your trust in us and we look forward to fulfilling all your future firearm needs.
Bryant Ridge also reserves the right to cancel any sales that may occur while gunbroker.com is experiencing technical issues that affects the entire site or a complete site outage, within an hour of the auction ending.
We have an amazing inventory of classic and collector firearms that we are adding to Gunbroker daily. Stay up to date on all of our latest auction by adding us to your favorite sellers list.
About Us
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.
