Smith & Wesson Model 622 Adjustable-Sight 4.5-Inch .22 LR Semi-Automatic Pistol – Rare Product Code 102838, 1994 Production
This 1994 Smith & Wesson Model 622 is the scarce adjustable-sight variant catalogued under product code 102838. Built in S&W’s Houlton, Maine rimfire facility, it combines a fixed 4.5-inch stainless barrel with a lightweight alloy frame, giving target-grade accuracy in a trail-friendly package. The low bore axis and single-action trigger make it controllable and fast, while factory thread readiness adds modern suppressor potential. Collectors will appreciate its limited production status and original factory accessories.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – Shows light handling and use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Bright, mirror finish with sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor handling marks are visible on the frame and matte stainless slide, but no pitting or deep scratches are present.
What’s Included
- Original blue Smith & Wesson cardboard pistol box with product code 102838 label
- Smith & Wesson safety & instruction manual (Models 422/622/2206/2213/2214)
- Two factory 10-round single-stack .22 LR magazines
The Model 622’s fixed barrel and two-piece top-slide design place the bore axis unusually low, softening recoil and speeding follow-up shots. Because the barrel is secured to the frame, accuracy rivals larger target pistols while overall weight stays handy at trail-gun levels.
Product code 102838 pistols were offered only with fully adjustable sights, making them far less common than the fixed-sight “Field” models. The black, square-notch rear and serrated ramp front sights give a crisp sight picture that can be tuned for varied ammunition or shooting distances.
The stainless barrel is threaded-ready at the muzzle via a simple bushing swap, letting the owner add a suppressor or muzzle device without gunsmithing. This forward-thinking feature is factory original and uncommon on early-1990s rimfire pistols.
Checkered walnut grips with inset S&W medallions complete the look and provide a secure hold. The wide, smooth-face trigger breaks at a measured 4 lb, complementing the single-action-only mechanism for precise shot control.
Sharing magazines with S&W’s 422, 2206, 2213, and 2214 family increases parts compatibility and magazine availability, adding practical value to this collectible rimfire.