Smith & Wesson Model 422 Field .22 LR, 6 in Fixed Barrel, 10+1 Capacity, Aluminum Alloy Frame
The Smith & Wesson Model 422 Field stands out for its 6-inch fixed steel barrel set low in the frame, a lightweight aluminum alloy construction, and straightforward single-action blowback operation. Built in the United States during the 1987–1996 era, this full-size .22 LR pistol features fixed iron sights with a square-notch rear integral to the slide and a ramped front blade, delivering a clean, uncluttered sight picture. Capacity is 10+1, and factory markings include "MODEL 422," "SMITH & WESSON," and "MADE IN U.S.A."
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minor, superficial scratches and blemishes visible on the exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 422 Field .22 LR pistol
- 1x 10-round steel single-stack magazine with side loading assist button
This Model 422 Field uses a fixed 6-inch steel barrel mounted low in the frame, with the slide/bolt traveling above the bore line. The barrel housing shows longitudinal relief cuts, and the pistol uses fixed iron sights: a ramped front blade and a square-notch rear integral to the slide.
The aluminum alloy frame keeps weight low at approximately 23.5 oz in this 6-inch configuration. The frame is finished in black, paired with a blued finish on the steel components for a classic, utilitarian look.
Operation is blowback, single-action, with an external spurred hammer for positive manipulation. Controls include a left-side manual thumb safety with a red indicator and a heel-type magazine release. Capacity is 10+1, and one 10-round magazine is included.
Markings observed on the pistol include "MODEL 422," "SMITH & WESSON," and "MADE IN U.S.A." This example represents the Field submodel produced during the 1987–1996 period in the United States, combining a lightweight frame with full-size handling.