Iver Johnson Target Sealed 8 Second Model .22 LR Revolver, 6-Inch, 8-Shot, Late-1940s Production
This late-1940s Iver Johnson Target Sealed 8 Second Model offers eight-shot capacity in a solid carbon-steel frame, with a round 6-inch barrel and counter-bored “sealed” chambers that helped the line earn its name. A blued finish, oversized walnut target grip, and pull-pin cylinder removal make this revolver a practical shooter and an appealing collectible from the final decade of Iver Johnson revolver production.
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 revolver shows normal finish wear consistent with careful range use, with no issues that affect function or accuracy.
What’s Included
- Doskocil hard case
The serial prefix “M” places this Second Model in the late-1940s, just before the Target Sealed 8 line ended in 1954, adding period authenticity for collectors.
Its eight-shot, recessed cylinder provides reliable alignment and an extra two rounds over traditional six-shot rimfire revolvers, while the pull-pin design lets you remove the cylinder quickly for cleaning.
A crowned muzzle, fixed brass-bead front sight, and square-notch rear sight deliver straightforward sight alignment, and the exposed spurred hammer supports both single-action precision and double-action speed.
The blued carbon-steel construction balances durability with classic appearance, complemented by an oversized one-piece checkered walnut grip that fills the hand for steady off-hand target work.