Intratec TEC-22 .22 LR Pre-Ban Semi-Automatic Pistol with 4-Inch Threaded Barrel
The Intratec TEC-22 offers a rare chance to own a true pre-1994 threaded-barrel variant of George Kellgren’s lightweight, blowback-operated pistol. Built around a stamped-steel upper and durable polymer lower, this .22 LR handgun accepts readily available Ruger 10/22 magazines and retains the pop-culture profile of its larger TEC-9 sibling. A 4-inch threaded barrel with a removable ventilated shroud, sling loops, and simple single-action trigger add further appeal for collectors and shooters alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive 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 pistol is structurally sound. Surface scratches and blemishes are visible across the finish. Minor rust spots and light pitting are present but do not hinder function. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Intratec TEC-22 pistol
- 1 × 15-round Intratec-marked Ruger 10/22-pattern curved box magazine
- Factory hard polymer carry case
Designed and manufactured in the USA, the TEC-22 employs a straight blowback system that keeps parts count low and maintenance simple. Its polymer frame keeps weight down while the matte black oxide finish on the stamped-steel upper resists glare.
The original 4-inch steel barrel is threaded 1/2-28 TPI and capped with a removable ventilated shroud, giving owners immediate compatibility with muzzle devices while preserving the pistol’s distinctive profile.
This example is a documented pre-ban model produced before the 1994 Federal Assault Weapons Ban. As such, it retains factory threading and barrel shroud features that later production runs omitted or altered.
Fixed open sights—non-adjustable front blade and rear notch—offer a straightforward sight picture. A manual safety lever and reciprocating charging handle complete the simple, utilitarian controls.
Accepting standard Ruger 10/22 magazines, the TEC-22 provides widespread magazine availability and capacity flexibility far beyond many contemporary .22-caliber pistols.