Hi-standard Model H-d Military Serial Numbers

A rare clandestine variant used by the OSS (precursor to the CIA) falls in the 114,000–117,000 serial range. Roughly were produced between 1943 and 1944. H-D Military (Post-War Commercial): These are the most prevalent, manufactured from 1946 to 1955 . Production totals reached approximately Serial Number Identification & Location

If you see "U.S." property or ordnance marks stamped on the frame, it indicates the pistol was a military surplus training or service piece. Key Characteristics by Era Model Marking Approx. Qty Typical Finish 1940–1942 High Standard H-D High-luster blue 1943–1946 High Standard Model H-D USA Parkerized (Military) 1946–1955 High Standard H-D Military Commercial blue this model or where to find replacement magazines High Standard Model H-D Military hi-standard model h-d military serial numbers

He cracked the seal. Inside, nestled in oily VPI paper, lay forty-seven pistols. Each grip was checkered smooth by hands long dead. Each slide racked with a whisper, not a clatter. Arlo pulled the first one: . A rare clandestine variant used by the OSS

, these ~6,900 pistols were the early commercial versions with an exposed hammer. Model USA-HD (Military Contract) Manufactured for the U.S. government from 1943 to 1946 Inside, nestled in oily VPI paper, lay forty-seven pistols