High Standard Field King .22 LR Lever-Name 1st Model | 6.75" Barrel | Collectible 1951-1953 Semi-Auto Pistol
Produced in New Haven for only three years, the Lever-Name 1st Model Field King stands out as one of the original “Name-Series” High Standard .22s. Its interchangeable barrel system, tapered 6.75" carbon-steel tube, and early roll-mark make it a sought-after example for shooters and collectors alike. This pistol comes with its period-correct maroon/yellow factory box, two factory magazines, and cleaning tools—an appealing package for anyone looking to own an authentic early-1950s High Standard.
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: There are scattered surface scratches and finish blemishes consistent with normal handling. The bore is bright and shiny, reflecting regular care.
What’s Included
- Factory maroon/yellow Hi-Standard “Autoloading Pistol” cardboard box
- 2 × 10-round steel High Standard magazines
- Cleaning tools
Built on a steel frame with a rich blued finish, this full-size Field King uses a simple blowback, single-action mechanism renowned for reliability and ease of maintenance. The wide, smooth-face trigger offers a crisp break that helped make High Standard pistols a favorite on bullseye lines.
The 6.75" tapered carbon-steel barrel is topped with a pinned muzzle rib and fixed blade front sight, while the fully adjustable square-notch rear sight allows precise elevation and windage changes. Because barrels are interchangeable across the series, owners could easily switch lengths or profiles—an innovative feature for the era.
Collectors will note the early New Haven address roll-mark and the lever-type manual safety that gives this variant its “Lever-Name” designation. Combined with the heel-type magazine release, vertical-serration slide, and checkered brown plastic grips sporting the Hi-Standard eagle medallion, the pistol retains the classic styling of early 1950s American rimfire handguns.
Serial number 414XXX places production firmly within the 1951–1953 run, underscoring its limited availability. With its solid mechanical condition and original accessories, this Field King presents an authentic snapshot of High Standard’s mid-century craftsmanship.