High Standard Sentinel - A Closer Look

A closer look at the High Standard Sentinel .22 revolver.

[@bjbarlow]

I have a nickle sentinel R-108 snub nose with the white grips my father handed down to me. He got it when I was a baby and I am 48 years old now. Still shoots great. Enjoy your videos.

[@Icarryone]

Thank you.

[@3155DOGMAN]

I recently inherited a Deluxe Sentinel R-107 built in 1965.It has been shot very little and has a small amount of holster wear.It is now my official snake gun when I am out on my 40 acres working.It is a great .22 cal shooter.

[@Icarryone]

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[@floridacrackerguitartips6004]

Very nice review! I have an Hi-Standard Sentinel R-101 from my great Aunt that was made in the late 1950's (1956-1957). Made in Hamdin CT and it's a work of art!

[@Icarryone]

Very cool!

[@lesliekollerprivate5062]

I got my mom's pistol yesterday, a 9-shot nickel plated .22LR with 4 inch barrel. Dad bought it (he t thinks he paid $56 for it in 1966 to 1968) when I was a youngster of 4 or 5 years. I'm now 61.

[@bradpitts289]

I have a 6" nikel plated 9 shot 22 long R. Sentinel R-101. It was my Dad's. And I love it.. It truly is a reliable piece of work

[@Icarryone]

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[@kennithmorella2693]

Interesting video. Very informative on its history also. I own the exact model. Purchased it used at gun shop in 1992 for 75bucks Thousands of rounds thru it flawlessly. My wife fell in love with it for camping n plinking. We own several handguns n the high standard 4inch barrel is her 1st choice. Decided to subscribe n check out ur videos. Hav a good day. 🇺🇸

[@Icarryone]

Welcome aboard Kennith.

[@mH8675309]

I have this in a 6" and its a great pistol. Masaad Yaoob listed these as one of the best 40 handguns of all time

[@Icarryone]

Excellent.

[@panzerabwerkanone]

I just picked a 6" model today! It only cost me $183 with tax and background check fee.

[@8aleph]

There was also the double 9 based off the Sentinel, which were western styled either were an excellent choice for a camp or kit gun.

[@Icarryone]

Yes, the Double Nine was another excellent revolver.

[@TurboManiacal]

Thank you for this video. Just inherited this revolver from a family member. Can’t wait to shoot it on the range.

[@Icarryone]

Enjoy! 👍🤠

[@lockesnode1477]

I really like the curves of the frame.

[@Icarryone]

Fits the hand exceptionally well.

[@ScampCamper]

I still have my 4" R-107 I purchased as my first firearm way back around 1972. Fun plinker!

[@Icarryone]

Excellent!

[@isessogroup]

My coworker came to me today and told me he was clearing his closet and wanted to sell a pistol he had. He showed me a picture and i couldnt believe it. It was a snubbed nosed R103... He had never heard of the brand and told me to name my price. I told him it was a nice little pistol i will take it off your hands for your first price. He said well its just a little 22 how about $50... I wanted to scream but i kept it together. Met him for the particulars and made the exchange. Even came with a Red Head leather holster. I remember the H.O.A. President cleared our land one time and told me he killed about 3 snakes that day. I asked him with what and he showed me this nickel plated, white gripped little snubby that put a huge smile on his face. Ever since that day i wanted one of these little gems. Mine isnt the nickel plated variety but im certainly going to embrace it and have some fun with a classic

[@Icarryone]

Excellent find - unbelievable price! 👍

[@nomadebachet1]

Another great video, thanks!!!

[@buckseedamerica2743]

My Dad has this pistol...only in .22LR but I know they also come in 22MAG....he bought it at Western Auto back in the 70s! Awesome little gun.

[@Icarryone]

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[@d.lindsey5583]

What I like about my Sentinel is the wider gap behind the trigger guard between it and the grip frame. It does not pinch my finger like some others, such as the older Rugger Bearcat and the H&R. Oh, yeah, it shoots at least as good as I am able to utilize. It was around a $100 back in the last century when I purchased it. Can't find any today for under $350 - $450.

[@Icarryone]

To me, the Sentinel feels and handles like a lighter version of the old Colt Police Positive - a truly classic design.

[@daveybass655]

I will be picking one up, if I can find a good one. Great video ! Thanks ! Great review with good info !

[@Icarryone]

Thanks.

[@philwilson8617]

I own a JC Higgins Model 88 with the six inch barrel. It's a tack driver even now.

[@Lakikano]

I have a 6" version of this revolver marked JC Higgins model 88. It has a hammer block safety which prevents the hammer from reaching the primer unless the trigger is pulled.

[@Icarryone]

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[@WilliamKoller-p4f]

Mines a nickel with wood grips. Love it. Dad paid $57 at Otasco back in the day

[@bczrx]

Great video. One point of fact though, from minute 1:38- theSentinel did have a drop bar hammer block/safety. My R-106 Sentinel Deluxe has one. I believe the R-107 had one also, but it could have been removed at some time. The 106 was something like 1964-66. Just letting people know that one in proper working order, with all original parts, should be safe to carry with all 9 chambers loaded- as safe as a S&W from the same era. As with any used firearms, if you don't know nuances of gun repair, have a gunsmith verify it is safe before using.

[@Icarryone]

This R-107 has no drop bar (or hammer block) safety. No provision for one has been incorporated. Apparently, there are some subtitle differences between the two models.

[@jessjessup2361]

I believe that earlier models had a bar that prevented the hammer from falling all the way forward unless the trigger was pulled. A horizontal bend in the bar rested between the hammer and frame. When the trigger was pulled the bar moved up and fell into the large curved cutout on the hammer just below the firing pin. This allowed the firing pin to pass through the frame cutout and make contact with the cartridge rim.

[@stephendavison6998]

I just received a 6" blued R-107 that belonged to my grandfather. It has the drop bar/hammer safety. I'm just learning about these pistols, and from what little I've learned so far am pleased to have it.

[@barryhollifield5856]

I have a chrome plated 2" barrel .22 R-108 that my Dad had for years. Can you tell me something about this revolver.

[@panzerabwerkanone]

@@stephendavison6998 Mine is a 6" R-107. It has the safety hammer block

[@slobkaags]

That's one beautiful example u got there

[@Icarryone]

Thank you.

[@sclwa85]

I have a 1958 R-101 with a 6" barrel. Great .22. (Also, Great video!)

[@Icarryone]

Thank you.

[@karlyoung5089]

I have this same revolver with the six inch barrel the Deluxe r 107. I had one of the Western Auto revolvers, the Handle was basically the only thing different. I wish I'd kept it also. These things are very accurate.

[@Icarryone]

Accurate? Yes indeed!

[@mikedavies5682]

Great review and thanks. My dad had the 5" model. A great shooting pistol and the design seems to lend itself to double action shooting too. The shape of the grip? I carried it for 3 months doing a survey in NE Oregon. 30 Rattle Snakes..

[@Icarryone]

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[@jdcampbell5587]

I recently found a 3" barrel Sentinel in the nickel finish. Original box and papers were with it. I couldn't pass it up.

[@Icarryone]

Excellent find!

[@uscgalpha91]

I have daughters who love this pistol. I think it’s the lightweight + 10 shots. I got this in a trade 15 Year’s ago. Now my oldest calls it “hers”

[@Icarryone]

It must be a female thing - my wife said the same thing about this one.

[@randomstupiddude3565]

Icarryone cause woman always have High standard Xd ...sad this company got defunct 2018

[@mendezj615]

I have a nickel plated finish sentinel.. luv it didn't know it is quite rare. Great video very detailed information

[@Icarryone]

mendezj615 Actually, the nickel plated Sentinel's are quite rare and are worth a bit more than the blued finished models.

[@d.lindsey5583]

I see you have added a touch of red to the front sight. Good idea!

[@Icarryone]

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[@tjanders]

Thanks for the informative info.

[@Icarryone]

TJ Andersen Glad you liked it TJ . . . and thanks for subscribing.

[@johnnybrown1036]

Just bought one the other day. 6" barrel. Shoots decent but shoots high even when I can't even see the front sight.

[@Icarryone]

That's strange.

[@dylanwight5764]

The High standard Sentinel -- Everything a revolver needs to be. The only flaw is the lack of a transfer bar or drop bar safety. But that can be remedied with aftermarket modifications you might find floating around; they replace the hammer and add a short twist-lock pin across the back of the receiver.

[@Icarryone]

I'm going to keep this one exactly the way it came out of the box.

[@dylanwight5764]

@@Icarryone I just happen to have two of them, in addition to a 1957 manufacture Ruger Single Six (with 1974 transfer bar safety modification). The older of the two has the safety, thing being a dark blued finish with checkered walnut handles. The newer _was_ a nickle finish (it's worn off over the years) with some sort of lighter stained hardwood, which I think is maple, though it might be some type of oak. These pistols aren't terribly uncommon in Australia. They're actually pretty popular among target shooters. Most of them were shipped over second-hand from the USA. So if you're wondering where they've all gone, we might be responsible for hoarding a few...

[@Lakikano]

Mine has a hammer block, I think it's from the late 50s.

[@panzerabwerkanone]

They do have a hammer block safety.

[@donschlonski2936]

@@panzerabwerkanone how can you tell?

[@2strokeland]

We got a 108-r nickel finish from my wifes grandfather. Sadly 90% of the finish has flaked off. We had a lot of luck cleaning and sanding the frame smooth and the polishing the aluminum.

[@Icarryone]

I bet it looks pretty nice.

[@h.e.miller3710]

see Utube vid by sootch00 about Robar NP3 refinishing pistols.

[@byronclark9188]

I inherited model R-100 from my dad no ejector return spring Poor old thing looks like it's been around the block a few times but still good metal

[@Icarryone]

Having gone around the block a few times just adds character.

[@billgraham5609]

I have a r-101 and a r-106. I think the 103 started with the spring. My 101 is well worn and nicked up but still shoots tight groups and the cylinder still locks up

[@dkruitz]

I recently bought a 1957 Sears JC Higgins model 88 with the 6 inch barrel - could not pass it up for $100! Just as you described - solid, good grip and tight cylinder. What's not to like?

[@Icarryone]

Agreed!

[@alfredbisson9997]

I have the nickle & gold cylinder in snub nose, still in wood box & rceipt from wetern auto 50s

[@Icarryone]

👍

[@yudhagendhon2533]

The correct gun for apocalyptic movies

[@Icarryone]

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[@SlammingEDdog]

That 22 is no joke Aileen Wuornos, kill seven men with that piece! 😮

[@Icarryone]

Yes, and they executed her for that crap!

[@syxxpoppin8830]

Damn I could have gotten one today$145.00 I guess maybe Monday I'll see if a flat Bill would work 🚪🤔🔫👾🇺🇸

[@Icarryone]

Excellent price.

[@syxxpoppin8830]

I got it😁🔫

[@larry1824]

Classic look good price

[@Icarryone]

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[@mychevysparkevdidntcatchfi1489]

My R103 hammer wont strike the primer if trigger is not pulled. Maybe yours had drop safety removed?

[@Icarryone]

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[@mechanicalpirate664]

Have my grandfathers jc Higgins 88 6 in great little piece

[@Icarryone]

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[@benjaminthomas2000]

I found a r-100 in nickle with a 6" barrel has slight rust on one of the flutes (doesn't bother me) over all looks good haven't seen it in person yet is also $200 Im looking for a shooter and not a safe queen would you reccomend it?

[@Icarryone]

Absolutely!

[@drelljones4534]

I just bought a High standard western auto model '99' nickel plated excellent condition I want to know was $190 good to pay???

[@Icarryone]

Yeah, that's an excellent deal on a nickel plated model. Cool find! 👍

[@drelljones4534]

Thanks appreciate it

[@mikedavies5682]

Oh yea. Check Gunbroker. You made out..

[@mr.classicalmusic5607]

I have a Sentinel with a 6" barrel.

[@Icarryone]

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[@yudhagendhon2533]

Real zombie apocalypse self deffense pistol.

[@Icarryone]

Darn right!

[@Caveira138]

Thanks for the video and the great information. There's one similar for sale at a shop near me is $300 a fair price? I live in MA if that matters

[@Icarryone]

Yeah, that's a fair price if it's in pristine condition. Offer less if it's not.

[@Caveira138]

Thanks

[@debsauma]

@@Caveira138 where in MA i just got one

[@mtc4him201]

I had one, I could kick myself for letting it go.

[@Icarryone]

Been there myself.

[@ironsoul80]

A shot of the bore would have been nice

[@Icarryone]

A shot "down" the bore is even better.

[@davidwagner4671]

I had one sorry I ever sold it

[@Icarryone]

Definitely, too bad you sold it.

[@aldrich44]

I have the nickel finish its in great condition and in the original box

[@Icarryone]

I certainly wouldn't mind finding a deal on something like that.

[@RatsanTube]

Just curious as to what year your Sentinel was produced because I noticed yours has the ejector rod return spring. I was trying to figure out what year they added it.. I have a prior model and of course it has the scratch.

[@Icarryone]

KCO All the Sentinel's I've ran across have the ejector rod return springs. But it is possible to disassemble and, for whatever reason, not be replaced. Sometimes a good cleaning and lubricating often gets stuck extractor springs working again.

[@RatsanTube]

Hmmm... I will have to dig a bit. I always thought the early ones didn't include a spring.

[@Icarryone]

KCO You may be correct about the very early models made prior to the 107 Deluxe series (1959). The one in my review is a Sentinel Deluxe R-107.

[@Lakikano]

@@Icarryone I can confirm that the early models didn't have that spring. I have just such a revolver.

[@stephenmhart6978]

only the r 100. model was like that

[@mikepatten4512]

I have the R107 6" in nikel good little shooter any idea what year they made that model

[@Icarryone]

Then yours is a R107 Sentinel Deluxe. The nickle finish was introduced in April 1956 and was thereafter available throughout the remainder of it's production run. (1956 -1974)

[@mikepatten4512]

Icarryone thanks

[@bigmizzy8187]

I have a R102 6 inch barrel

[@Icarryone]

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[@shanaus80]

Is there a way I could contact you regarding more information about this type of gun?

[@Icarryone]

This is the place, Shanna. Ask your question here.

[@shanaus80]

@@Icarryone Thanks! What is the average price of a .22 caliber Model R-107 Sentinel Deluxe (6" barrel/nickel finish)? It appears to be in very good condition & has it's original box with paperwork.

[@Icarryone]

My best estimate would be somewhere between $200.00 & $250.00 - depending on condition.

[@shanaus80]

@@Icarryone Thanks!

[@JW...-oj5iw]

@@shanaus80 ... I hope you didn't sell it. Seller's remorse is a bit...

[@ramseyst42]

I own a nickel plated one with a 6 inch barrel.

[@Icarryone]

That model is almost impossible to find these days.