I Have This Old Gun: Hi-Standard Model B
This video segment from "American Rifleman Television" explores the history of the Hi-Standard Model B pistol. Introduced in the early 1930s, it quickly became a popular rimfire handgun, rivaling the Colt Woodsman. The Model B is highlighted for its military service during World War II as a .22 caliber training pistol, allowing soldiers to practice marksmanship without expending valuable .45 ACP ammunition. The video details its simple blowback operation, 10-round magazine capacity, and distinctive grip design necessitated by the rimmed .22 Long Rifle cartridges. It mentions that 14,000 Model Bs were purchased by the Ordnance Department for training, playing a significant role in preparing soldiers for combat.









