{"product_id":"u-s-springfield-armory-model-1922-m2-22-lr-sa-12-35-barrel-military-target-rifle-adjustable-peep-sight","title":"U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1922 M2 – .22 LR – SA 12-35 Barrel – Military Target Rifle – Adjustable Peep Sight","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffered here is an original U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1922 M2 bolt-action target and training rifle chambered in .22 Long Rifle, featuring a December 1935-dated Springfield Armory barrel, military markings, walnut stock, and adjustable rear aperture sight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeveloped from Springfield Armory’s Model 1922 series, the M2 represents an important chapter in American military marksmanship history. These rifles were designed for precision training using economical .22 rimfire ammunition while maintaining the quality and traditional characteristics of Springfield Armory military rifles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example retains its attractive military-style walnut stock, complete with visible inspection and cartouche markings. The barrel is marked SA 12-35 with the U.S. flaming bomb ordnance symbol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rifle is in good used condition, displaying normal handling marks, finish wear, and signs of age. The walnut stock presents nicely, with an attractive reddish-brown finish and honest service wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The receiver has unfortunately been drilled and tapped for scope mounting at some point in its history. This modification affects collector originality and has been considered in the overall condition assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e U.S. Springfield Armory\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Model 1922 M2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e .22 Long Rifle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bolt Action\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Marking:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e SA 12-35\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMilitary Markings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e U.S. Springfield Armory and Ordnance Flaming Bomb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRear Sight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Adjustable Target Aperture\/Peep Sight\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFront Sight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Military-Style Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eStock:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Walnut Military Target Stock\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eStock Markings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Military Inspection\/Cartouche Markings\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blued Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eModification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Receiver Drilled and Tapped for Scope Mounting\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good Used Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBore Condition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not independently verified\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpringfield Armory’s Model 1922 family was developed to provide American military personnel with accurate small-bore training rifles. The M2 was a refined version of the earlier design and remains of interest to collectors of U.S. military firearms, Springfield Armory rifles, and American marksmanship history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe December 1935 barrel marking is a particularly desirable period detail. Although this example has been modified for optics, it retains many of the visual and historical characteristics associated with these military target rifles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA very interesting piece of American military marksmanship history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE SHIPPING TO YOUR FFL!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67862218309709,"sku":null,"price":1625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/IMG_1194.heic?v=1793374339","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/u-s-springfield-armory-model-1922-m2-22-lr-sa-12-35-barrel-military-target-rifle-adjustable-peep-sight","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}