This is a very nice piece with 2 very v for sale by tbucket1984 on gunsamerica 921198904. Histandard model hb firearms assembly bev fitchetts guns. High standard high standard pistol parts for sale in. Single action semiautomatic with removable magazine. There were three models that had the hd designation, prewar simply called the hd war time, government owned hd usa and postwar hd military.
Initially, the military used the model b for a machine gun subcaliber firing. Although the company is no longer in business, its guns are still bought and sold across the country. This would be very similar to the new ruger 22 pistol just being released in 1949. High standard shut down and went out of business in 2018. Seller assumes all responsibility for listing this item.
This includes the post war model high standards, as well as the ww ii guns. High standard firearms began producing guns in the early 20th century. The box is intact with old tape repair around three corners of the lid. Brownings patent number 1276716, filed 30 march 1917, and the hartford model 1925 pistol which eventually became the high standard model b based on lucius m. One of the early models that earned that reputation was the model a. High standard original and new style pistols and parts high standard original and new style pistols and parts to order call 74760888 or visit parts. High standard conn model 106107 rear sight bracket assemblynos 3 out of 5 stars 1 1 product ratings high standard conn model 106107 rear sight bracket assemblynos. Browse for your high standard parts and accessories from the huge selection of numrich gun parts the. First pistols with ml prefix made for high standard, inc. This firearm is a high standard model b chambered in. Jun 26, 2009 learn pricing and values for these high standard firearms.
Shot on my cell phone, so please forgive the limited video quality. A semi brief overview of my high standard collection. Mechanically fine and clean internally with a bright sharp bore. The high standard hdm is a semiautomatic pistol equipped with an integral suppressor. This book is a must for anyone interested in high standard pistols or revolvers. Looking over my previous post, i see some mistakes, mainly in overlooking the u. Numrich gun parts has a wide selection of high standard hb pistol parts and accessories and has been providing parts like these to the shooting community since 1950. If you have a standard model automatic mark i pistol,it was made in 1957. Jun 24, 2019 what year was the ruger 22 cal standard pistol made with serial xxx. Hand guns hi standard page 1 united states simpson ltd. First pistols with ml prefix made for high standard, inc 21 march, 1978 16. This book was a great source of information and a great tool for me.
This is a very nice piece with 2 very very small marks on the right side of the barrel and a couple of light rub marks on the top of the slide. Early semiauto manufactured late 1940searly 1950s with 6. Browse our selection of high standard model b parts today and place your order. The best gun books for any gun owner gun digest store is where youll find a fantastic selection of books about concealed carry, gun values, gunsmithing, gun laws, selfdefense, gun history and more from the worlds best gun writers and leading gun experts. For years, high standard has manufactured the widest range of.
Took forever but hey i get to mess with a gun so i enjoyed it. He asks me to clean it up for him and see if it works. Lr do everything manual the perfect companion for my hi standard model b. To me this was an exciting prospect for researching the companys history. Dec 19, 2019 back in another lifetime i collected prewar and immediate postwar models of the high standard. The author leads you via pictures and text through the history of the pistols and discusses quality, collectability and his love of these guns. In 1940, model b was redesigned, a slide takedown lever being incorporated on the right side of the frame in place of the old style lever located on the left, just back of the safety.
High standard high standard pistol parts for sale in stock. Gun parts for high standard for sale in stock ebay. H stands for hammer, incidentally, and the exposed hammer makes these models a rarity among. They were a well made pistol and had a rep for outstanding accuracy. Original models included the smallframe hammerless model b and model c, which featured small grips and fixed sights. New haven, connecticut 19321945 hamden, connecticut 19461977 east hartford, connecticut 19771984.
When i first came across this particular hi standard model b, it was in sorry. Swebelius continued working for winchester until 1939, when high. The right side of the frame is marked property of u. High standard firearms was an american manufacturer of firearms, based in houston, texas. Trick out or upgrade your firearm with the largest gun parts selection at. High standard pistols firearms identification bev fitchetts guns.
Nothing of which can not be taken care of by a decent gunsmith or by a competant person with a buffing wheel and a bluing touch up kit to totally restore this piece for use or a wall hanger or to hold on to. This gun features a target weight barrel with an excellent bore, but some high edge wear at the muzzle. High standard hd 22 pistol is more a throwback than an antique but it is still highly sought after today. Great deals on high standard high standard pistol parts. The book also contains model listings for the pistols made prior to 1951. The company was founded in hamden, connecticut in 1926 as a supplier to the numerous firearms companies in the connecticut valley. The top label is 99%, the end label obscured by the tape. This was made in 1940, only two years were the first model, 19401941. High standard started production of their first automatic during the depression. The earliest gun of the hd series was the model hd. Looking for high standard hb pistol parts so that you can complete your repair or restoration project.
High standard guns of wwii small arms defense journal. The seller was right on and the book was just like he stated in new condition. Dance as he tells of his love affair with his collection of these pistols. The lateissue model b us pictured here is in nra excellent condition, showing little use. Not only has high standard produced a wide variety of guns, they have kept pace with the times and demands of shooters and handgun lovers. The hi standard model g b was a small hammerless pistol with a 4 12 or 6 34 barrel. Note that the hd military wasnt actually military like the colt government model is actually. Dance as he tells of his love affair with his collection of. High standard model b high standard model b us high standard model c high standard model a high standard model d high standard model e high standard model s high standard model h b type 1 prewar high standard model h b, type 2 postwar high standard model ha high standard model hd. There were actually three different books written by spacek. Off on high standard guns of wwii history, search by issue, v1n4, volume 1. The suppressed high standard pistol showed promise.
In 1940, model b was redesigned, a slide takedown lever being incorporated on the right side of the frame in place of the old style lever located. We provide original gun parts, collectible firearms, and related merchandise with integrity, quality, and service, which are the strengths of our business. At that time i knew of 3 people besides myself that had copies, alan aronstein at high standard houston, hsca member john currie and hsca member jim spacek. I will provide a brief account of the early guns, leading up to the g. With the serial number that you provided,your ruger standard model single six revolver was made in 1960. High standard firearms usa high standard firearms usa high standard firearms usa high standard original and new style pistols and parts to order call 74760888 or visit. Based on the high standard hd model target pistol, it was adopted by.
It would have plastic grips instead of walnut like on the ge or hdm models. The thing hasnt been out of the holster in a decade. Jun 18, 2012 the lateissue model b us pictured here is in nra excellent condition, showing little use. High standard manufacturing company news newspapers books scholar jstor. To discuss the origin of the high standard design, we need to go back a few years and look at the colt automatic caliber. Learn pricing and values for these high standard firearms. Model b and model b us from the beginning of the war there was a demand for. Welcome to historical firearms, a site that looks at the history, development. Go to the ruger website, customer service, historical data, pistol, find your model, and there is a serial number year of production list. Numrich has been providing parts to the shooting community since 1950, and we have the experience and selection that you would expect from an industry leader. Gun manufactuers and manuals for vintage and modern guns. On 22 november 1943 a contract was awarded for production of 1,500 units.
This model was introduced in 1943, with approximately 44,000 produced for the u. Military issued many of these 22lr pistols to pilots as a survival gun to use for hunting and defense in the case of a crash landing. Find the high standard model b parts and accessories that you need today with numrich gun parts. I dont have one, but pettys book clearly shows both a model hd and a model he and neither has a manual safety.
Military those guns do bring a premium price if in very good condition, to collectors due to the military marking. High standard h b 1940 restore this is a high standard h b pre wwii, first model. So i dont know if its just me or not, but vintage guns seem to be attracted to me. 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. High standard series 102 thru 107, pushbutton takedown, sharpshooter, sport king, military series supermatic tournament, supermatic citation, supermatic trophy, olympic, victor. Pettys 1976 book, high standard automatic pistols, 19321950, which however can be supplemented by several recent online articles. Jun 09, 2014 high standard is a company with a rich history of some of the best production accuracy ever available. Hi standard model bin the photograph featured above members of us navy and royal navy take part in a friendly pistol shooting. High standard histandard model bus type ii takedown us. The model b us is a small frame model with a type ii takedown lever at the right rear of the frame. Mar 20, 2021 the early model b was a replica of the hartford. The book was especially rewarding for me as i used an early hamden model of. Get the best deals on high standard when you shop the largest online selection at.
The model s is a nonproduction model made from 1939 to 1940. The primary source for information about early high standard automatic pistols is charles e. These counts will allow the relative rarity of the various m. The hartford arms model 1925 target pistol eventually became the high standard model b. 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. Mixed production dates between 2 february, 1978 and 9 november, 1978 with one pistol manufactured 16 february, 1980. Histandard model bin the photograph featured above members of us. Although the firm would eventually produce a full line of rifles, shotguns, pistols, and revolvers, high standard is best known as a manufacturer of quality. Also includes a small cotton string bag marked from the high standard mfg. Garrysr, it has been a few years since i have handled a high standard, like around 20 years. Starting with their model a and model b designs they offered their new.
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