Hämmerli 120
Hämmerli · Pistol · Discontinued · 1972
Also known as: Hammerli Model 120, Hammerli 120-1, Hammerli 120-2
Overview
The Hämmerli 120 is a Swiss single-shot .22 Long Rifle target pistol introduced in the early 1970s as a more affordable alternative to Hämmerli's premium free-pistol range. It uses a bolt-type breech operated by a side lever, an adjustable trigger, and precision target sights (a Patridge front blade with a fully adjustable rear) mounted on a long sight radius, giving it a reputation for excellent accuracy in precision and sport target shooting. Built on an alloy frame with a target thumbrest grip, it was offered as the standard 120-1 with checkered grips and the 120-2 with an anatomical grip.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1250 g (44.1 oz) |
| Barrel Length | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Sight Radius | 381 mm (15.00") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .22 Long Rifle · primary — also known as .22 LR, 22 LR, 5.6x15mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Single Shot
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Single Shot Bolt Action, Side Lever Bolt Operation, Adjustable Trigger, Patridge Front Sight, Adjustable Rear Sight, Grooved Receiver For Optics, Target Thumbrest Grip
Variants
- Hämmerli 120-1 - Standard Checkered Grip
- Hämmerli 120-2 - Anatomical Grip
- Hämmerli 120 Heavy Barrel - Heavy Barrel
Service history
Operators
- Sport and target shooters
Production
Production years: 1972-1985
Single-shot sport target pistol produced during the 1970s and early 1980s; total output not published.
Origin
Country of origin: Switzerland
Discontinued: 1985
Notes
The 120-1 differs from the 120-2 only in grip style: the 120-1 has standard checkered target grips while the 120-2 has an anatomical (orthopedic) grip. Many surviving examples are Curio & Relic eligible. Sight radius reported at roughly 381 mm (15 in) and barrel length around 254 mm (10 in).
Background
Marketed as an economical route into serious target shooting, the Hämmerli 120 earned collectors' nickname as a 'Swiss watch of a pistol' for its precision, letting club-level competitors own a genuine Hämmerli without the price of the company's Olympic free pistols.