Hoenig custom High Standard HD Military .22 LR, 6.75-inch, box, estate of Tom Siatos, 95 percent

High Standard H-D Military .22 LR. Originating from the estate of Tom Siatos and customized by George Hoenig, serial 219607 has a 6.75-inch barrel (blade front sight, slight taper to .745-inch muzzle diameter) marked on left with the Hoenig legend. While impossible to confirm, the exceptional finish and tuning are likely the work of Hoenig as well. Grips appear to be original. CONDITION: The bore is strong and bright. Slide and barrel faces show no indication of peening. Mechanics appear solid and trigger pull is staggeringly crisp. Metal finish is over 95 percent with trace indications of handling, suggestions of thinning over the grip frame and one tiny finish disturbance on the frame just right of the hammer slot. INCLUSIONS: A box with correct end labels and pencil serial number, (total) three magazines and a parts diagram flyer are present. TOM SIATOS (1923-2008) spent the majority of his life in close association with firearms and hunting. His professional contributions, tremendous category knowledge, bottomless enthusiasm and bold personality influenced the firearm industry and outdoor media to such a degree that it remains a viable force today. Tom was the second editor of Guns & Ammo Magazine. As such, he was responsible for the general tone of this iconic publication. A consumate hunter, spectacular all-around shot and true connoisseur of fine firearms, his interests spanned the full spectum of the shooting sports. In 1942, Tom enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He served in units that scouted and destroyed isolated enemy communication sites on a number of Pacific islands, eventually receiving a battlefield commission. After concluding his service, Tom attended UCLA and then joined the fledgling Petersen’s Publishing Company in 1958. A series of promotions led him to become vice president of Petersen’s Publishing Outdoor Division which thrived under his leadership. Tom was a mentor, visionary, leader, father figure and a true original. We will never see his like again. A number of other fine firearms from the Siatos estate are offered concurrently. The price is firm and layaway is available. $2,000 plus shipping.