Colt Woodsman Second Series Sport Model .22 LR, 4.5 inch Tapered Barrel, Blued, 1949
This Colt Woodsman Second Series Sport Model stands out with its 4.5 inch tapered barrel, factory blued carbon-steel construction, and molded Coltwood grips. Made in 1949, it features the Second Series left-side push-button magazine release and updated magazine geometry, making it a desirable example for Woodsman enthusiasts and collectors.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This Second Series Sport Model presents well for its vintage. There are scattered scratches and blemishes on the finish. The chamber face and bore are clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- 1x 10-round detachable steel magazine (Second Series side-button cutout, pinned base)
- Leather full-flap holster
The Sport Model configuration pairs a 4.5 inch tapered barrel with fixed sights: a ramped front blade and a low rear notch. This setup reflects the period-correct profile and sighting system of the Second Series Woodsman.
As a Second Series pistol, it uses the left-side push-button magazine release and the corresponding Second Series magazine geometry. The included 10-round single-column magazine matches this pattern, ensuring proper fit and function.
Construction is all carbon steel with a factory blued finish on both frame and slide. Rear slide serrations and a grooved trigger provide a positive handling interface consistent with Colt’s mid-century production.
The action is straight blowback with single-action operation, and the design incorporates quick takedown via the mainspring housing at the rear. Capacity is stated at 10+1 in .22 Long Rifle.
Grips are molded phenolic Coltwood with checkering and a Rampant Colt medallion on the left grip panel, a hallmark of this era and model line that complements the pistol’s 1949 manufacture.