The colt woodsman is a semiautomatic sporting pistol manufactured by the u. Based on browning patents, it was made from 1915 until 1977. There is also a category note that mentions 100 percent as new condition pistols with box, accessories, and original paperwork can sell for double or triple the 98 percent condition value. The extended plastic stocks, as used on the military version of the match target, will fit on any 1st series colt woodsman and are not to be confused with the one piece elephant ear stocks. Very good condition available for purchase at our online store the colt challenger is part of colts third series of the popular woodsman 22 automatic. For higher grade woodsmans the value depends on the exact condition. According to my buds serial number research, this is 1936 colt woodsman. Finding the blue book value of your new and used firearms, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, airguns, and blackpowder guns is easy with the number one. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our favorite reads in. Made near the end of the prewar series, this colt woodsman sport model came out of the colt hartford factory in 1941. Colt introduced match target woodsman in 1938, with its own serial number series beginning at mt1 and continuing until 1944 with serial number mt16611. Shipping was excellent i received to book in 2 days. A well written detailed description of the numerous variations of the colt woodsman with information on features, history, serial numbers, as well as gereral value considerations. Enter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the database.
The first colt 22 rf automatic was marketed as colt automatic target pistol. Its excerpted from the standard catalog of firearms. Fjestads blue book of gun values is the leading authority on the subject. Get the best deals on colt vintage hunting books and manuals when you. Here in the nw fla panhandle, there is a dealer at a regular local gun show that specializes in colts, especially the target woodsmen, or whatever they are called. I have provided input to the blue book of gun values for several years, and as of the 2005 edition i also contribute to the standard catalog of firearms. Colt woodsman faqs bob rayburns colt woodsman pages. Price guide for colt woodsman second series target model.
The frame design changed over time, in three distinct series. Since this is a pretty niche gun, being an unfired and clearly collectible colt, we enlisted the help of some of the blue book of gun values staff. Buy colt woodsman pistols for sale at auction invaluable. Collecting the colt woodsman is a hobby for me, not a business. What is the value of a 22 caliber colt ruger style semi automatic pistol stamped with 1903 and 1918. A wealth of information for the beginner woodsman shopper or for the seasoned collector. This pistol features a fine blued finish, with a steel construction and a steep grip angle, which was common with early. Brownings original design, the colt woodsman semiautomatic sporting pistol was manufactured from 1915 to 1977 in three distinct series. I have provided input to the blue book of gun values for. Vintage colt woodsman automatic pistol instructions brochure. Since this is a pretty niche gun, being an unfired and clearly collectible colt, we enlisted the help of some of the blue book of gun values staff for their expert analysis. The value of the stocks, in excellent original condition, can actually exceed the value of a lower condition gun.
Representing a part of one of the best classic rimfire pistols this magazine is ideal for any woodsman owners. This pre woodsman and the first model can be easily recognized by its distinctive profile, which resembles the german luger and the later ruger standard model, both. Colt pistols challenger for sale guns international. Collectors categorize three groups, first pre woodsman, second and third series. Colt vintage hunting books and manuals for sale ebay. Finding the blue book value of your new and used firearms, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, airguns, and blackpowder guns is easy with the number one source of gun pricing. Brownings answer was a slanted magazine that positioned each cartridge slightly in front of the one below it, preventing the rims from catching. Watch the gunbroker site, look for a colt forum on the net,the colt should be worth some bucks. This is a colt match target woodsman 22 lr semi auto. One of the most popular pistols of the early 20th century. The more collectible the gun is, the more difference the extra fine condition and the accessories make. Pdf download from the standard catalog of firearms. Need help trying to figure the value of a 1950 colt woodsman.
Colt pistols and revolvers for sale 1 to 39 of 39 colt handgun frontier scout,buntline, 22 mag, 9 12 inch barrel, made in 1963, right grip broken, only 1467 made in 22 mag. In this pdf download, youll find firearm pricing, gun values, firearm identification and grading information for colt. This gun comes with original grips has target grips on now. If multiple models appear for your serial number simply match the date with the appropriate model, as certain vintage firearms can share serial numbers between different models. Colt 1911 gamblers box crap table gun storage presentation case. This site provides values and information on firearms in a convenient online pricing guide format, and allows you to find out what your used guns are worth. The colt huntsman went into production in 1955 as a more affordable version of the colt woodsman. Know what your colt firearms are worth with this uptodate 76page. Models included in this colt guns pricing download are. Factory presentation pre woodsman 1st series target. Presentation case python diamondback gold cup viper boa. Blue book of gun values get the blue book of gun values. There was no inscription on the lh side of the frame at the location where the barrel threads into it. Colt gun presentation boxescases for sale in stock ebay.
The colt woodsman was a semiautomatic pistol designed by john moses browning. Completely updated pricing for colt firearms with new entries and photos. The paperwork that is on the right is the actuall bill of sale trade paperwork from 1968 when the girls grandpa traded for it. This is the heavy barrel target variation of the 3rd series woodsman pistol. What is the value of a colt woodsman 22 caliber pistol. A woodsman that is 100% new, in the original box, with all original papers and accessories, is worth a lot more than one that is almost as nice.
Please note that i do not do appraisals, so please do not ask me to estimate the value of your gun. I have provided input to the blue book of gun values for several years, and as of the 2005 edition i also contribute to the standard catalog of. What ballpark price should he be considering on this baby. The more collectible the gun is, the more difference. Modelconfiguration woodsman, third series, sport model. The configurations were very similar with just a few changes, such as barrel length, grips. New and used colt pistols and revolvers for sale on. Colt woodsman pocket guide bob rayburns colt woodsman pages. Do some careful research on that colt, try the blue book of gun values, most real gunstores have one hiding behind the counter.
Up for sale we have this colt woodsman 1st model pistol chambered in. For your firearm, the following current values apply from the blue book of gun values. Marketed as both a target pistol and varmint hunter these became very popular and enjoyed a long. Want to know the value of a colt 22 woodsman automatic. Trick out or upgrade your firearm with the largest gun parts selection at. A 3rd series colt woodsman match target 22 pistol with a 6 inch barrel. A favorite of ernest hemingway he owned at least three of them the colt woodsman was the gunmakers first.
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