Iver Johnson Pony Model X300 .380 ACP Compact Single-Action Pistol, 3 in Barrel, Blued, 1980s All-Steel
This Iver Johnson Pony Model X300 stands out as an all-steel, compact .380 ACP with a single-action, locked-breech design that was uncommon among 1980s pocket pistols. It features factory slide markings for Jacksonville, AR, a 3 inch barrel, and a detachable single-stack magazine. Practical details like the frame-mounted thumb safety, low-profile fixed sights, and a factory lanyard loop round out a well-made American pistol from the era.
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: The pistol shows assorted cosmetic imperfections, including scratches, small blemishes, and areas of finish loss. Overall, it presents as a solid example.
What's Included
- Iver Johnson Pony Model X300 .380 ACP pistol
- 1x 6-round detachable single-stack steel magazine
- Leather belt holster with snap retention strap
The Pony Model X300 uses a single-action, locked-breech, tilting-barrel system, a notable departure from the blowback .380s common to its time. This design helps keep the pistol compact while managing .380 ACP pressures efficiently in a 3 inch barrel format.
Controls are straightforward and familiar: a left-side push-button magazine release, a frame-mounted thumb safety with red dot indicator, and a spur hammer. The slide includes vertical rear cocking serrations and an internal extractor for positive operation.
All-steel construction gives the pistol a robust feel, with an approximate factory weight of 20 oz. The frame and slide wear a blued finish, complemented by checkered hardwood grip panels that provide a secure purchase without added bulk.
Sighting is simple and snag-resistant with fixed iron sights: a blade front and a square-notch rear. Capacity is 6+1 with the included detachable single-stack magazine, and a factory lanyard loop at the butt adds a practical retention option.
Markings include "IVER JOHNSON PONY" and "JACKSONVILLE, AR USA" on the slide, placing the pistol clearly in its American-made, 1980s production context.