MAB Modèle F .22 LR Semi-Auto Target Pistol, 6.8 inch Fixed Barrel, Blued, Made in France (1952–1954)
This French-made MAB Modèle F stands out for its target-pistol configuration, long fixed barrel, and distinctive operating features. Manufactured from 1952 to 1954, it uses a 6.8 inch (173 mm) fixed barrel with an open-top slide and an all-steel, blued construction. A slide-mounted breech-locking lever enables single-shot use, adding versatility beyond standard semi-automatic operation.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: There is pitting and blemishing present throughout the slide, frame, and barrel. The pistol remains functional.
What’s Included
- 1x 10rd magazine
- Black leather flap holster
Built as a rimfire target pistol, the Modèle F pairs a fixed 6.8 inch barrel with an open-top slide for a stable sighting plane and dependable operation. The pistol is chambered in .22 LR and features an all-steel construction with a blued finish.
It operates via simple blowback and is single-action with an internal hammer featuring a spur. A manual safety is provided. Notably, the slide-mounted breech-locking lever allows the shooter to lock the slide for single-shot use when desired.
Sighting is straightforward and precise, with a front blade on a raised base and a rear square-notch. The grips are checkered black plastic with molded MAB logos, and the left panel carries a ".22 Long Rifle" medallion. Stated capacity is 10+1, and the included steel single-stack magazine has a long witness slot and follower button.
Markings include the left slide legend "PISTOLET AUTOMATIQUE MAB BREVETE" above "MODELE F" and "MADE IN FRANCE" on the pistol. Country of origin is France, and this example falls within the 1952–1954 manufacturing period.