Won a King’s Super Target M&P

[SouthNarc]

I might have over paid for this but they rarely show up so I committed to this one. It came with a letter and had post war magnas on it. I had period correct service stocks and a factory K frame grip adaptor I bought from a forum member about a year ago thinking I may have something one day to put it on. That plan worked out. There’s a fair bit of muzzle wear but overall I’m satisfied with this new addition to the ever growing pre war collection.

 

[SouthNarc]

A few more photos

 

[22hipower]

Very nice and you were very lucky. . . .lucky that RKmesa didn't see it before you did.

 

[Gun Relics]

Nice pick up Craig. That's a great example.

 

[SouthNarc]

Very nice and you were very lucky. . . .lucky that RKmesa didn't see it before you did.

He actually bowed out to let a younger collector acquire his first which I'm VERY grateful for.

 

[Gun Relics]

These don't come up for sale very often.

I am now of the opinion that I would rather have fewer and better. So instead of having four $750 guns that are nice, I would rather have one $3000 gun that I want that is great. In fact I wish I had that opinion a while back.

 

[SouthNarc]

These don't come up for sale very often.

I am now of the opinion that I would rather have fewer and better. So instead of having four $750 guns that are nice, I would rather have one $3000 gun that I want that is great. In fact I wish I had that opinion a while back.

Yes sir I agree with you. I’m on the hunt for 4 that I’m just gonna bide my time for.

Pre war

Triple lock
Kit gun
Terrier
22/32 HFT

 

[S&W ucla]

The artisans at King could take a GREAT pre-war S&W and make it GREATER! Nice catch, in my favorite condition. Very Good but enough wear I can Choot it

 

[22hipower]

They're very neat guns and not seen too often. I only have one, a pre-war OD which originally shipped to the California Highway Patrol School in December, 1936 with the King treatment being added later.

 

[DARE]

Very nice, congratulations.
Have a question about grips. The letter says the gun shipped in 1927 with silver medallion stocks. I have always heard they were not available until 1929 or 1930. Also wonder when the grip adapters became available.

 

[22hipower]

Very nice, congratulations.
Have a question about grips. The letter says the gun shipped in 1927 with silver medallion stocks. I have always heard they were not available until 1929 or 1930. Also wonder when the grip adapters became available.

True, the silver medallion didn't show up until 1930 so I believe the letter is in error. I have a Regulation Police target from 1927 with a letter also stating that it shipped with silver medallion stocks but that couldn't be true as they didn't exist until 1930.

 

[SouthNarc]

True, the silver medallion didn't show up until 1930 so I believe the letter is in error. I have a Regulation Police target from 1927 with a letter also stating that it shipped with silver medallion stocks but that couldn't be true as they didn't exist until 1930.

Jeff the gun actually showed up with post war magnas and I had the pre war service stocks here at the house. Not exactly correct but better than what it showed up with. So the letter may very well be correct.

 

[SouthNarc]

Ah never mind. I see what you're saying now. The letter says it shipped with medallion service stocks in 1927.

 

[HeloMt]

I think it's great! The grips from just a little later, plus the grip adapter would be in keeping with some who bought a target, shot it awhile, then decided for a King Super Target upgrade. By that time, the grips and grip adapter would be available and added to the upgrade. Anyway, it makes a for good story...

 

[paplinker]

That's a great looking King MP!!
I am sure you will enjoy shooting that gun. I have been addicted to King sight guns for a couple years now. I even keep a King catalog on my night stand for reference when needed.

I think King guns need targets to really get the feel of what they were in the day.A great set of KB ropers would be ideal.

I search high and low for roper grips whenever a King gun makes it to my safe.

 

[SouthNarc]

That's a great looking King MP!!
I am sure you will enjoy shooting that gun. I have been addicted to King sight guns for a couple years now. I even keep a King catalog on my night stand for reference when needed.

I think King guns need targets to really get the feel of what they were in the day.A great set of KB ropers would be ideal.

I search high and low for roper grips whenever a King gun makes it to my safe.

I actually have that covered with a set of KB black walnut Ropers!

 

[RKmesa]

Craig:

Those black walnut KB Ropers are the perfect match for a King Super Target!!! Congrats on bringing that beauty home. Glad that it went to someone here on the forum.

Thanks for sharing,

 

[SS336]

Gorgeous. Would like to just fondle it for a little while. Ok and I would love to shoot it.

 

[raljr1]

I have never been a fan of the King modification, preferring mine to be plain vanilla. Having said that, that, and the others posted here, area strikingly beautiful. Love the grips.....

 

[Green Frog]

Any firearm, revolver or semiauto with a King conversion proclaims to the World, “This gun belonged to a man who was serious about his shooting and was willing to pay for the best.” While they often show signs of use (since they were likely purchased to be used) it is rare to see one that was ever abused, a person who had a King-built gun appreciated a fine gun. Congratulations on a great find.
Froggie