High Standard Double Nine Serial Numbers

The High Standard Double Nine is a series of single-action revolvers chambered in .22 caliber, produced by the High Standard Manufacturing Company from 1958 to 1984. The name "Double Nine" refers to the fact that these revolvers have a nine-shot cylinder, unlike most .22 revolvers that have a six-shot cylinder. The Double Nine was designed to appeal to the western-style shooting market, and featured various finishes, grips, and barrel lengths. The Double Nine was also marketed as a hunting and plinking gun, and was popular among shooters of all ages.

The serial numbers of the High Standard Double Nine can provide some information about the model, year, and location of manufacture of these revolvers. However, the serial number records are not complete or consistent, and some gaps and overlaps exist. Therefore, the serial numbers should not be relied upon as the sole source of identification, but rather as a general guide. The following is a summary of the main serial number ranges and their corresponding models and years:

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Serial Number Range

Model

Year

Location

850000-859999

W-100

1958-1959

Hartford, CT

860000-949999

W-101

1959-1965

Hartford, CT

950000-966499

W-102

1965-1966

Hartford, CT

966500-999999

W-103

1966-1967

Hartford, CT

G00001-G19999

G-100/G-101/G-102/G-103/G-104/G-105/G-106/G-107/G-108/G-109/G-110/G-111/G-112/G-113/G-114/G-115/G-116/G-117/G-118/G-119/G-120/G-121/G-122/G-123/G-124/G-125/G-126/G-127/G-128/G129 (various models with different finishes, grips, sights, and barrels)

1975-1977

New Haven, CT (Leisure Group)

G160000-G162590

G130 (nickel plated with fixed sights)

1977

New Haven, CT (Leisure Group)

The above table is based on the information provided by John Stimson, a High Standard expert who has been researching the serial numbers and history of these revolvers for years. He also maintains a website where he offers more details and resources on High Standard firearms. However, he cautions that the serial number research is a work in progress and that some errors and discrepancies may exist. He also notes that the serial numbers do not necessarily reflect the order of assembly or shipment of the guns, and that some guns may have remained in inventory for long periods of time before being sold. Therefore, the only valid way to determine the exact shipping date of a specific gun is by researching its individual serial number in the factory records.

Some other sources of information on High Standard Double Nine serial numbers are online forums where owners and collectors share their experiences and knowledge about these revolvers. However, these sources may not be verified or accurate, and should be used with caution. It is always advisable to consult multiple sources and compare them for consistency and reliability.

The High Standard Double Nine is a classic example of American craftsmanship and innovation in the field of firearms. By understanding its serial numbers, one can appreciate its history and evolution over the years.

References:

[John Stimson, Hi Standard serial numbers by Hi Standard location]

[John Stimson, High Standard Information]

[w-100 and w-101 double nine serial numbers, Rimfire Central Firearm Forum]

[Hi-Standard Double Nine, The Firearms Forum]

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