Colt's Camp Perry Model Target Single Shot

Published on August 21, 2018
Duration: 10:43

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.

Quick Summary

The Colt Camp Perry Model was a specialized single-shot .22LR target pistol produced from 1926-1941, named after the Camp Perry shooting range. Its unique monolithic barrel/breech block design eliminated the cylinder gap for superior accuracy, and it featured a coil mainspring to reduce lock time.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Colt Camp Perry Model
  2. 01:49Provenance of Serial Number 35
  3. 03:09Mechanical Design and Markings
  4. 04:51Target Shooting Features
  5. 06:24Internal Mechanics and Lock Time
  6. 07:27Design Evolutions and Variants
  7. 09:10Commercial History and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What made the Colt Camp Perry Model unique for target shooting?

The Colt Camp Perry Model featured a monolithic barrel and breech block, eliminating the cylinder gap found in revolvers. This design, combined with a coil mainspring to reduce lock time and adjustable sights, significantly enhanced its accuracy for competitive shooting.

When was the Colt Camp Perry Model produced and why was it named?

The Colt Camp Perry Model was produced from 1926 to 1941. It was named after the famous Camp Perry shooting range in Ohio, highlighting its intended purpose as a high-accuracy pistol for national match competitions.

What were the key mechanical advantages of the Colt Camp Perry Model?

Key advantages included its monolithic barrel/breech block design eliminating cylinder gap for superior accuracy, a coil mainspring for reduced lock time, and fully adjustable sights (windage and elevation) for precise aiming.

Why wasn't the Colt Camp Perry Model a commercial success?

Despite its advanced design for accuracy, the Camp Perry Model was too specialized for the market. It faced stiff competition from more versatile firearms like the Colt Officer's Model revolver and the semi-automatic Colt Woodsman, limiting its sales.

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