Smith & Wesson Model 422 .22 LR Semi-Auto Pistol, 4.5 inch Fixed Low-Set Barrel, Adjustable Sights, Walnut Grips — Excellent
This Smith & Wesson Model 422 is a full-size .22 LR pistol from the 1987–1996 era, notable for its lightweight aluminum alloy frame and fixed, low-set steel barrel with the reciprocating bolt above. The 4.5 inch version shown here offers a balanced profile at approximately 22 oz unloaded and about 7.5 inches overall length. It features adjustable sights, checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, and shares the magazine pattern with the S&W Model 41/622/2206.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Function is proper.
What's Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 422 .22 LR pistol
- 1x 10-round steel magazine with witness holes
The Model 422 uses a simple blowback, semi-automatic action paired with a fixed, low-set steel barrel. The reciprocating bolt rides above the bore line, and the slab-sided upper includes oval lightening scallops and a top rib with fine longitudinal serrations.
Sight equipment consists of a serrated, ramped front blade that is pinned in place and a fully adjustable rear notch. Controls include a thumb safety with a red "fire" indicator for clear status at a glance.
The pistol is built on a black-finished aluminum alloy frame with checkered walnut grips bearing S&W medallions. Capacity is 10+1 using factory 10-round magazines, and the design shares the magazine pattern with the S&W Model 41/622/2206 series.
This 4.5 inch version measures approximately 7.5 inches overall and weighs about 22 oz unloaded, offering a full-size format that remains easy to carry on the range. Markings include "MADE IN U.S.A., MARCAS REGISTRADAS, SMITH & WESSON, SPRINGFIELD, MASS."
Manufactured in the United States during the 1987–1996 period, this Model 422 presents in excellent condition with clean, sharp rifling and proper function.