Colt Targetsman Third Series .22 LR Target Pistol, 6 in. Barrel, 1959, Polished Blue, Adjustable Rear Sight, 2 Magazines
This 1959 Colt Targetsman Third Series is a .22 LR target pistol built on the Woodsman-pattern frame with the economy adjustable-sight configuration. It features a 6-inch round, non-tapered barrel with an integral front blade, a square-notch screw-adjustable rear sight, and a polished blue steel finish. Early black injection-molded grips with Colt medallions and a right-hand thumbrest complete the classic setup, and two 10-round magazines are included. A modern OEM Colt blue plastic case is provided, though it is not correct for this pistol.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: This firearm presents in great shape. Light scratches and small blemishes are visible in the polished blue finish consistent with careful handling.
What’s Included
- Colt Targetsman Third Series .22 LR pistol
- 2x 10-round steel single-stack magazines
- Colt blue plastic hard case (modern; not original to this pistol)
- Colt safety and instruction manual (modern)
- Orange plastic chamber flag
The Third Series Targetsman is the economy adjustable-sight model within the Colt Woodsman family. By design, this variant omits the automatic slide stop while retaining the Woodsman-pattern frame and detachable single-stack magazines for a 10+1 capacity.
Its 6-inch round, non-tapered barrel uses an integral front blade, paired with a square-notch screw-adjustable rear sight for precise alignment. The slide wears rear serrations for confident manipulation.
Construction is all steel with a polished blue finish on the frame, receiver, and slide. Controls include a manual safety, and the pistol uses a smooth, curved trigger. Early black injection-molded stocks feature molded checkering, Colt medallions, and a right-hand thumbrest.
This single-action-only, blowback-operated .22 LR was manufactured in the United States in 1959, placing it squarely within the late-1950s era of Colt rimfire target pistols. An OEM Colt blue plastic case is provided for storage, but it is not correct for this specific pistol.