High Standard Model H-D Military .22 LR 6.75" Barrel Semi-Auto Pistol – 1946 First-Year Civilian Production
Produced in 1946, this Variant 2 Model H-D Military represents the first year High Standard offered the design to civilian shooters after World War II. Its 6.75-inch carbon-steel barrel, blued steel frame, and checkered walnut grips combine classic styling with the precise handling that made the H-D line popular on post-war target ranges. Collectors value this model as the commercial counterpart to the wartime USA H-D and the foundation for the integrally suppressed OSS HD-M pistol.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair – Extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The exterior shows noticeable scratches, blemishes, and areas of pitting. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- One factory 10-round High Standard steel magazine
This pistol uses a simple, reliable single-action blowback system chambered in .22 LR, paired with an external spur hammer and heel-style magazine release—features prized by shooters who appreciate straightforward operation and period-correct controls.
The blued finish, tall blade front sight, and square-notch adjustable rear sight provide a crisp sight picture ideal for precise target work. Rear vertical slide serrations give a positive grip when charging the action.
Checkered walnut grip panels offer a secure hold while preserving the firearm’s authentic post-war appearance. All major components are steel, underscoring the robust build quality typical of High Standard’s target pistols.
With its first-year civilian serial range and direct lineage to wartime service pistols, this Model H-D Military carries historical significance for collectors of U.S. rimfire handguns.