Smith & Wesson Model 422 Field .22 LR Semi-Auto Pistol – 4.5" Fixed Barrel, Alloy Frame
The Smith & Wesson Model 422 Field combines a low bore-axis, fixed-barrel design with a lightweight aluminum-alloy frame, delivering a rimfire pistol valued for its accuracy and handling. Made in the USA during a nine-year production run ending in 1996, this pistol offers magazine compatibility with the S&W 622/2206/2213/2214 series and accepts a suppressor adapter in place of the factory barrel nut—features that set it apart for both shooters and collectors.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent – Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minimal handling marks on the frame and slide, consistent with light use.
What's Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 422 Field pistol
- One 10-round factory Smith & Wesson steel magazine
The 4.5" carbon-steel barrel is fixed to the frame, aiding mechanical accuracy and keeping the bore axis low for fast follow-up shots. The barrel nut can be swapped for a threaded adapter, allowing suppressed use where legal without machining the pistol.
Anodized aluminum-alloy construction keeps weight down while providing corrosion resistance. The matte blue/black slide finish blends with the frame for a uniform, utilitarian appearance.
Single-action blowback operation, paired with an internal hammer, yields a crisp trigger pull and reliable cycling of standard-velocity .22 LR ammunition. A manual thumb safety and heel-style magazine release retain the classic semi-auto controls preferred by many rimfire enthusiasts.
Factory checkered hardwood grips with gold S&W medallions offer secure purchase and a traditional look. Fixed sights—an integral front blade and square-notch rear—provide a clear, snag-free sight picture ideal for field or range use.
Produced from 1987 to 1996, the Model 422 shares magazines with several other S&W rimfire pistols, making spare magazines easy to source. This cross-compatibility, combined with the pistol’s distinctive fixed-barrel layout, continues to drive interest among shooters and collectors alike.