Lorcin Model L22 .22 LR Compact Semi-Auto Pistol, 2.5 in Barrel, Fixed Sights, 9+1 Capacity - Black
This Lorcin Model L22 is a compact, blowback-operated .22 LR pistol with a 2.5-inch barrel and a 9+1 capacity. It features a black finish with smooth ivory-colored molded grip panels and fixed sights, including a rear square notch with two white dots. The slide has vertical rear serrations and a right-side ejection port. The frame is marked "LORCIN / MIRA LOMA, CA. USA." and the construction is typical of Lorcin pistols with a die-cast zinc-alloy frame and a steel barrel/liner.
Published unloaded weight is approximately 16 oz.
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: The barrel exterior shows usage and wear marks. The right grip panel has discoloration near the slide. The slide has scratches and additional wear marks.
What’s Included
- Lorcin Model L22 .22 LR pistol
- 1 factory 9-round Lorcin magazine with polymer finger-rest floorplate marked "LORCIN"
This pistol reflects the design and build choices associated with the Southern California "Ring of Fire" makers, offering a lightweight footprint and straightforward blowback operation. The compact size and 2.5-inch barrel make it easy to handle, while the fixed sight setup provides a simple sight picture.
The L22’s construction pairs a die-cast zinc-alloy frame with a steel barrel/liner, consistent with Lorcin manufacturing. The slide presents vertical rear serrations for a positive grasp, and the right-side ejection port follows the model’s standard layout.
Aesthetically, the black slide and frame contrast with the smooth ivory-colored grip panels. The fixed ramped front blade and integral rear square notch with two white dots form a practical sight arrangement. The pistol is marked "LORCIN / MIRA LOMA, CA. USA." on the frame, tying it directly to its California production origin.
Capacity is 9+1 rounds of .22 LR, and the published unloaded weight is approximately 16 oz, keeping it light for its class. This Firearm is a great restoration project or to part out for other like model firearms.