HY Hunter Tip-Up Target Pistol .22 LR Single-Shot 8" Barrel, Nickel/Blue, Pre-1968 West German Import
This HY Hunter Tip-Up Target Pistol is a West German-made, single-shot .22 LR that entered the U.S. before the 1968 Gun Control Act import restrictions. Patterned after classic J. Stevens tip-up pistols, it features an 8-inch blued steel barrel mated to a bright nickel frame and sports ivory-colored synthetic grips. Collectors will appreciate its pre-ban status, eagle/N proofs, and Hy Hunter Hollywood import stamp, while shooters will value its clean bore and crisp single-action trigger.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The nickel frame shows scattered light scratches and small handling blemishes. The blued barrel retains strong finish with minor edge wear. The bore is bright and shiny. The synthetic grip panels remain solid with crisp checkering and no cracks.
What’s Included
- Brown zippered pistol rug
The single-action, tip-up break-open design makes loading and unloading straightforward, while the external spur hammer provides a familiar manual cocking feel. This mechanism echoes late-19th-century target pistols, offering both nostalgia and simplicity.
The 8-inch barrel delivers a long sight radius for precise aiming. Fixed tunnel front and drift-adjustable rear sights, complete with an elevation screw, let the shooter fine-tune point of impact for various .22 LR loads.
Bright nickel plating on the frame contrasts with the deep-blued barrel, creating a classic two-tone appearance that stands out in any collection. West German eagle/N proofs and a two-digit date code authenticate its origin, while the Hy Hunter Hollywood Calif. stamp documents its U.S. import history.
Being a pre-1968 import, this pistol avoided later restrictions, adding historical interest and scarcity. Its single-shot configuration, clean bore, and intact rifling make it ready for leisurely target work or display.