Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this fine double action revolver today for a penny start auction, this is the Smith & Wesson 48-4 also known as The K-22 Masterpiece Magnum Rimfire!
The Model 17 K-22 Masterpiece .22 LR revolver was Smith & Wesson's finest double action (DA) rimfire revolver and, along with the Colt Diamondback .22, probably the best rimfire target revolver available anywhere. A version of the K-22 Masterpiece revolver is still offered today, as the Model 17 Classic.
The Model 17 K-22 Masterpiece .22 LR revolver was Smith & Wesson's finest double action (DA) rimfire revolver and, along with the Colt Diamondback .22, probably the best rimfire target revolver available anywhere. A version of the K-22 Masterpiece revolver is still offered today, as the Model 17 Classic.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 48-4
Serial: 243K919
Date of Manufacture: 1982
Caliber: .22 WMR
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 6" Ribbed
Optics/Sights: Patridge Blade Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Magna Style with S&W Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The first Smith & Wesson Model 48 came out of the factory in 1959 chambered in .22 WMR—a rimfire with added punch that Winchester introduced earlier that year. It didn’t take long for enthusiasts to discover the gun's performance, and its popularity continues to this day. It’s been a tough go for this wheelgun, though. In 1986—when semi-auto pistols were getting the firm grip on the stranglehold on the handgun market they still hold to this day—bean counters decided there wasn’t enough consumer demand to justify its existence. Production came to a halt.
There was no shortage of requests to bring the gun back, and three years later, Smith & Wesson reversed course. That year, a stainless-steel model named the 648 was introduced. A second version (648-2) appeared in 2003, although its internal lock became the target of a lot of criticism. Still, neither were quite the original. The company recognized the timeless look is part of the popularity and today offers 48s in its Classic line. They retain all the best features, but include improvements only made possible by modern manufacturing. All are chambered for .22 WMR and are external hammered single/double action revolvers.
There are two 48s in the Smith & Wesson Classic line. Both have wood grips with the signature company logo inset, six-round capacity and blued frame and barrel. A pinned Patridge sight gets you on target up front and windage is micro-adjustable at the rear.
Contents:
This example will ship with the factory matching box and papers seen 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.
Model: 48-4
Serial: 243K919
Date of Manufacture: 1982
Caliber: .22 WMR
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 6" Ribbed
Optics/Sights: Patridge Blade Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Magna Style with S&W Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The first Smith & Wesson Model 48 came out of the factory in 1959 chambered in .22 WMR—a rimfire with added punch that Winchester introduced earlier that year. It didn’t take long for enthusiasts to discover the gun's performance, and its popularity continues to this day. It’s been a tough go for this wheelgun, though. In 1986—when semi-auto pistols were getting the firm grip on the stranglehold on the handgun market they still hold to this day—bean counters decided there wasn’t enough consumer demand to justify its existence. Production came to a halt.
There was no shortage of requests to bring the gun back, and three years later, Smith & Wesson reversed course. That year, a stainless-steel model named the 648 was introduced. A second version (648-2) appeared in 2003, although its internal lock became the target of a lot of criticism. Still, neither were quite the original. The company recognized the timeless look is part of the popularity and today offers 48s in its Classic line. They retain all the best features, but include improvements only made possible by modern manufacturing. All are chambered for .22 WMR and are external hammered single/double action revolvers.
There are two 48s in the Smith & Wesson Classic line. Both have wood grips with the signature company logo inset, six-round capacity and blued frame and barrel. A pinned Patridge sight gets you on target up front and windage is micro-adjustable at the rear.
Contents:
This example will ship with the factory matching box and papers seen 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.
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.
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