I've never seen one of these that I could handle and I'm wondering if there is anyone near Salisbury, NC that has one I could look at?? I really hate to spend what to me is a lot of money and find out the rifle doesn't suit me.
Looking at a Springfield 1922
- Thread starter Pastprime
- Start date
- Replies 12
- Views 819
ronn47
Where's the Scotch?
2A Bourbon Hound 2024
2A Bourbon Hound OG
Charter Member
Benefactor
Life Member
Multi-Factor Enabled
What do you want to know?
Basically the same as a 1903 but with Lyman peep sights.
Weights about 9.9 lbs. , so a little heavier than a 1903.
OP
I would like to feel how the bolt cycles and how long the throw is. And, I need to know how well I can see a target using the aperture sights. I've shot with Redfields and Parker Hales but never shot a rifle with the rear aperture mounted where the one is on a 1922. Just like to see how it feels in my hands before I spend $2000.
ronn47
Where's the Scotch?
2A Bourbon Hound 2024
2A Bourbon Hound OG
Charter Member
Benefactor
Life Member
Multi-Factor Enabled
If you can come to the Friday lunch in Pineville this week let me know.
If I remember correctly
1922 had a 30-06 length bolt travel
1922 M1 and M2 have bolt travels in line with 22 LR
These are from the 20's to early 40's, so bolt are slick from use
Peeps are small, but your eye is close to it and that makes it easier to see through
Front sight is thin, it is a target sight setup
sgtgeorge
Well-Known Member
The Springfield M1922 M2 is the finest (IMO) 22 rifle ever made. The bolt throw is short, but it is a heavy bolt like the M1903 Springfield in .30-'06. Accuracy is better than most of us can shoot, provided the rifle's bore is excellent. I have one, currently, but have owned several over the years. Never disappointed in the quality and accuracy. I currently own a 1942 dated M1922 M2 with original arsenal equipped sights and a Winchester Model 52. Both are a superior example of a quality .22 rifle. The Model 52 I have is scoped, so it has a slight advantage over my M1922 M2 in that respect. In my hands, both shoot to the same degree of accuracy if I do my part. The price for entry into the realm of a M1922 M2 is high, but I have seen M1922 M2 rifles in "as issued" configuration go for a lot less than $2,000.00. Follow this link M1922 M2 to see a recent sale of one on Gunbroker. $1200-$1400.00 is the going rate. That rifle, in all appearances, looks to be 100% original. Drilled and tapped rifles are not original, nor are rifles with Globe front sights. Well worth the investment, if original. This rifle, not original, is way overpriced, and should sell for considerably less. Some M1922 M2 rifles were D&T from the Springfield Armory, but those were NRA specials and are priced way out of the realm of the average collector/shooter. Shop wisely and read up on this forum Rimfire Central Military trainers for better understanding. By the way, make sure you buy a complete rifle with the original magazine. Original Magazines are expensive ($200+) and the repros don't work worth a damn. Also, the bolt should be numbered to the gun in electropencil. Some were re-arsenaled and re-numbered, that's OK. No bolt number is a parts gun. Finish should be blued, unless made just before or during WWII, then the finish would be parkerized. Bolt should be in the white as well as the receiver raceway for the bolt. There are a lot of scammers out there that will make M1922 rifles out of parts guns or modified M1903 rifles. Just another thought, the front sight is a a standard issue blade front sight like the M1903 rifles. Shooting teams often replaced those blade front sights with Globe sights. Period correct, and often done, but not original.
Last edited:
ronn47
Where's the Scotch?
2A Bourbon Hound 2024
2A Bourbon Hound OG
Charter Member
Benefactor
Life Member
Multi-Factor Enabled
Thanks for the info.
I finally got one last year after lusting for a long time.
I always thought the fronts were thinner than the military issue on a 1903.
OP
No, I didn't get the one I was looking at. The problem is me...
. When I buy an old (or new) rifle, I like to take it apart to see how everything works. I get more enjoyment out of that than shooting one. Guess I'm a little screwy but that's the way I am. Been that way since I was a kid. Art's rifle was in great condition and I didn't want to take a chance on messing up some thing with my curiosity. I'm still looking but for something more in need of a little TLC so I won't feel guilty if I do make a mistake tinkering on it. Hope my explanation doesn't get me a front seat on the bus to the nut house. It's just who I am and what I like doing..
Hank
. When I buy an old (or new) rifle, I like to take it apart to see how everything works. I get more enjoyment out of that than shooting one. Guess I'm a little screwy but that's the way I am. Been that way since I was a kid. Art's rifle was in great condition and I didn't want to take a chance on messing up some thing with my curiosity. I'm still looking but for something more in need of a little TLC so I won't feel guilty if I do make a mistake tinkering on it. Hope my explanation doesn't get me a front seat on the bus to the nut house. It's just who I am and what I like doing..Hank
baltimoreed
Well-Known Member
Pastprime, do you ever get back east? Go to the Outer Banks? I have a M2 and a Model 52 that I’d let you shoot. I got bit by the .22 military trainer bug a few years ago. Great bolt guns.
OP
I apologize for the delay in replying. I came to the site a few times but didn't notice I was not signed in. I can't travel very far any longer (I'm in Salisbury, NC) but I really appreciate the offer. I've shot a few 52's and they are slick rifles. I've had to put the 1922 acquisition on hold until I see how things are with a family member. I already have more rifles than I have time to shoot so buying another one doesn't make much sense, but I've never been know to use any smarts when it comes to buying .22's....
Thanks again,
Hank
.Thanks again,
Hank
baltimoreed
Well-Known Member
Sorry to hear that. I used to get to the nice Rowan range out there every year for the state sass match but haven't been in ages. I have fond memories of my wife and I going out there and being with really swell sass folks, shooting and dining with them. They put on the best state matches. Came in 5th place duelist multiple years. Good times. If you ever get out Rt64 towards the OBX my place is [will be] near Robersonville. My son is building a place there now. I hope to start my quonset hut build later this summer. 
Last edited:
OP
I am a member of RCWA and the SASS state gathering is still the largest annual event held there. We've been up several times just to see the outfits and watch a few "cowboys" in action. A friend from another range, Jim Tosco, used to shoot in the matches but I haven't heard from him in several years. Placing 5th in a state event is quite an accomplishment and something to be very proud of. I doubt I'll ever get far from Rowan county again but I appreciate the invitation. That is a beautiful setting for a home and I'm sure your looking for forward to a building for your hobbies. Thank you for sharing your experiences and I hope the future finds you well and happy.
Hank
Hank