This is an example of 1 of only 3 Match Target pistols civilian sold during WWII. The pistol is U.S. marked, however was never shipped to the military, but a private citizen. The left rear of the barrel is marked "MATCH / target logo / TARGET", the left side of the frame is marked "THE WOODSMAN / U.S. PROPERTY" and the left side of the slide is marked "COLT AUTOMATIC / CAL..22 LONG RIFLE" followed by the Rampant Colt. The serial number is marked on the front strap and the upper front of the trigger guard is marked "e" over the Colt "VP" triangle proof, with "74" on the opposite. Pinned blade front and adjustable rear target sights, serrated trigger, blue colt marked magazine and fitted with checkered plastic extended grips with "COLT" over the Rampant Colt in a circle molded at the top. The accompanying factory letter verifies the serial number, caliber, 6 1/2" barrel, blue finish, grips as "Not Listed" and that it was shipped as 1 to an individual in Arlington, Va. On April 5, 1944. The pistol is complete with the original maroon hinged lid box numbered to the gun, manual, "Special Instructions" and "Shooting Suggestions" pamphlets, Woodsman and rear sight hanging tags, cleaning brush, waxed paper, and rear sight screwdriver.