Videos tagged with Camp Perry Model

This "From the Vault" video from Brownells features Steve and Keith at Rock Island Auction Company showcasing a cased pair of pre-WWII Colt .22 rimfire target handguns. The collection includes a true revolver with adjustable sights and a "Camp Perry Model" single-shot pistol that shares a similar frame and design. Both firearms are described as being in near-flawless condition, highlighting their historical significance and exceptional craftsmanship, with the Camp Perry Model noted as an influence on later designs like the Ruger Hawkeye.

The Colt Camp Perry Model was a specialized single-shot .22LR target pistol produced from 1926-1941, designed for national match competition. Its unique monolithic barrel/breech block design eliminated the cylinder gap for superior accuracy. Despite advanced features like a coil mainspring to reduce lock time and adjustable sights, it saw limited commercial success due to its niche application and competition from other Colt models.