{"product_id":"1950-colt-challenger-22lr-first-year-production-original-box-papers-4-5-barrel-vintage-colt","title":"1950 Colt Challenger .22LR – First Year Production | Original Box \u0026 Papers | 4.5” Barrel | Vintage Colt","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003erare first-year production Colt Challenger\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, manufactured in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1950\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, making it a highly desirable piece for collectors and enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDesigned as a more affordable counterpart to the Colt Woodsman, the Challenger still carries the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esame legendary Colt quality and John Browning-inspired design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, offering smooth function, excellent balance, and timeless styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWhat truly sets this example apart is the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecomplete presentation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e—including the\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e wooden box and factory paperwork\/manuals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, which significantly enhances its collectibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Colt\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Challenger (Second Series)\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e .22 LR\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBarrel Length:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 4.5”\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAction:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Semi-automatic (blowback)\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Original factory blued finish\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrips:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Original Coltwood grips with Rampant Colt logo\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Fixed front and rear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Makes This One Special\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e• \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFirst-year production (1950)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMatching vintage box \u0026amp; paperwork\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClassic Colt craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHighly collectible configuration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAccording to the original model details, this pistol represents an early production example with strong historical value and desirable balance due to the shorter barrel configuration\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eVery clean for its age with honest wear consistent with a vintage firearm. The finish presents well, and the grips are in great shape. The box and paperwork are in solid condition, adding major collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Colt Challenger pistol\u003cbr\u003e• wooden presentation box\u003cbr\u003e• manuals\/paperwork\u003cbr\u003e• (1) Magazine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Colt collectors\u003cbr\u003e• Vintage firearm enthusiasts\u003cbr\u003e• .22LR target shooters\u003cbr\u003e• Investment-grade firearm buyers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy This Is a Smart Buy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFirearms like this aren’t just tools—they’re \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003epieces of history\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. With its \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efirst-year production status\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, this Challenger holds both \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ehistorical significance and long-term collector value\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ohio Gun Authority","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43565291438154,"sku":null,"price":749.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/9187\/5146\/files\/IMG_6380.heic?v=1777869315","url":"https:\/\/thegunauthority.com\/products\/1950-colt-challenger-22lr-first-year-production-original-box-papers-4-5-barrel-vintage-colt","provider":"Ohio Gun Authority","version":"1.0","type":"link"}