Total production exceeded 200,000 units across three primary variants: Model H-D (Standard) : Approximately 6,900 pistols were produced between 1940 and 1942 . These are marked simply "High Standard H-D." Model USA-HD : About 44,000 pistols were manufactured from 1943 to 1946

Early Wartime Model HD production; deep commercial blue finish. 1943 – 1944

Note: High Standard frequently assembled pistols in numerical order but shipped them out of sequence based on distributor orders. A pistol could have been manufactured in late 1943 but sat in the factory inventory until being shipped in early 1944. The Best and Rarest High Standard HD Variants to Look For

(and its wartime predecessor, the Model HD) is a legendary .22 caliber rimfire pistol produced between . Identifying these pistols depends on a combination of serial numbers, roll marks, and physical features. Quick Identification by Markings

Early civilian models. Only about 6,900 were produced before wartime production shifted completely to the U.S. government. High Standard Model H-D USA Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

To find the best model for your specific needs (shooter vs. collector), use this production chart:

High Standard Model HD Military Serial Numbers: The Ultimate Collector’s Guide