Iver Johnson .22

Klaus · 08-07-2002, 07:42 AM

I just got a like-new Iver Johnson US Carbine. I think it was made in the early 80s. It says it was made in West Germany, so I think it is probably from Erma. Anyone know about this rifle? It has a beautiful stock, looks like mahogany. The machining is very nice, too.

DANA · 08-07-2002, 08:06 AM

TWENTY THIRD EDITION
.22 CAL US CARBINE IVER JOHNSON 22LR OR 22MAG 18 1/2 IN BARREL, EXCEPT FOR MAG 19.3 IN 5LBS 15 SHOT MAG SLING SWIVELS MFG IN GERMANY ERMA 1985-1986 REINTRODUCED 1988 ONLY 100%$150 98% $120 95% $110 90% $100 80% $90 70% $85 60% $80 FOR WHAT IT IS WORTH. ANOTHER OF ERMAS 22 CREATIONS SOMETINES NOT ALWAYS THE BEST OF MATERIALS OR OPERATION. I.E. 22 STOGER LUGER.

DANA

Jay · 08-07-2002, 08:38 PM

I've been able to get copies of the two info pages that came with the rifle. I've e-mailed them to a couple of guys, but the files are huge. If you'll e-mail me with your address, I'll send you copies.

Jay jayb@swayzee.com

Klaus · 08-07-2002, 10:58 PM

The Blue book is incorrect, in lumping the .22 LR and .22WMR together. The rifles are quite different. The .22 LR is a blowback. The .22 WMR is actually gas operated! I have the manuals (4 pages) for both, most parts are not interchangeable.

Big Dog · 08-08-2002, 10:46 AM

Congrats, Klaus. I had one once, and regretted getting rid of it. Mine had a weak spring, but I was able to insert some washers and increase the tension for reliable function. Magazines are available from a vendor in Shotgun news, but they ain't cheap!
It's a neat little plinker, about as accurate as any .22 carbine. Mine did not like Winchester ammo, though. Too flat a tip to feed. It did well with Federal and Reminton. If you scope it, mount the scope a bit high, otherwise the ejected brass may bounce down into the action and cause jams.
I have seen a couple here in gunshow, but they ask $250! I paid $150 for mine, and thought it a bit high. I'll get another if I can find one reasonably priced. Heck, I can get a .30 Carbine for $250-300. Have fun!

Carbine Lover · 06-27-2006, 11:24 PM

I have had an Iver Johnson 22 LR carbine for some time and have recently decided to repair it and refinish the stock. I need the slide bolt, recoil spring, and rod plus the upper part of the stock. Can any one help me to locate these parts or tell me where I can get what I need. It would be very helpful if I can also locate a manual on it. Mine was also made in West Germany. I would appreciate anyone's assistance

lefty o · 06-27-2006, 11:46 PM

you realize you dug up a 4 yr old post?! for parts i'd give numerich a try. they usually have lots of old junk.

Carbine Lover · 06-28-2006, 07:18 PM

Didn't bother to notice how old the previous post was. As far as the parts I need do you consider my carbine ...JUNK?:target: Just exactly who are you referring to when you mentioned as to where to look as they had a lot of junk!

lefty o · 06-28-2006, 11:10 PM

easy, you can find the parts on your own!

menlo · 07-05-2006, 02:35 PM

Carbine Lover,
Parts for this gun are hard to come by, especially the ones you are looking for. I too have one of these little gems and have been looking for a complete rear sight assembly. If you decide to give up your search and are willing to sell parts off your gun please let me know. Otherwise good luck and I will let you know if I find what you are looking for.

08-07-2002, 07:42 AM	#1
Klaus Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 2,383 Trader Rating: (0)	Iver Johnson .22 I just got a like-new Iver Johnson US Carbine. I think it was made in the early 80s. It says it was made in West Germany, so I think it is probably from Erma. Anyone know about this rifle? It has a beautiful stock, looks like mahogany. The machining is very nice, too.

08-07-2002, 08:06 AM	#2
DANA Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: WAITSFIELD VERMONT Posts: 1,591 Trader Rating: (0)	BLUE BOOK TWENTY THIRD EDITION .22 CAL US CARBINE IVER JOHNSON 22LR OR 22MAG 18 1/2 IN BARREL, EXCEPT FOR MAG 19.3 IN 5LBS 15 SHOT MAG SLING SWIVELS MFG IN GERMANY ERMA 1985-1986 REINTRODUCED 1988 ONLY 100%$150 98% $120 95% $110 90% $100 80% $90 70% $85 60% $80 FOR WHAT IT IS WORTH. ANOTHER OF ERMAS 22 CREATIONS SOMETINES NOT ALWAYS THE BEST OF MATERIALS OR OPERATION. I.E. 22 STOGER LUGER. DANA

08-07-2002, 08:38 PM	#3
Jay Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 77 Trader Rating: (0)	I've been able to get copies of the two info pages that came with the rifle. I've e-mailed them to a couple of guys, but the files are huge. If you'll e-mail me with your address, I'll send you copies. Jay jayb@swayzee.com __________________ "For those who fought for it, freedom has a flavor the protected cannot taste."

08-07-2002, 10:58 PM	#4
Klaus Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 2,383 Trader Rating: (0)	The Blue book is incorrect, in lumping the .22 LR and .22WMR together. The rifles are quite different. The .22 LR is a blowback. The .22 WMR is actually gas operated! I have the manuals (4 pages) for both, most parts are not interchangeable. __________________ "Gee, Wally, Eddie Haskel's mom puts out!"

08-08-2002, 10:46 AM	#5
Big Dog Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tallahassee, Florida Posts: 10,071 Trader Rating: (0)	Congrats, Klaus. I had one once, and regretted getting rid of it. Mine had a weak spring, but I was able to insert some washers and increase the tension for reliable function. Magazines are available from a vendor in Shotgun news, but they ain't cheap! It's a neat little plinker, about as accurate as any .22 carbine. Mine did not like Winchester ammo, though. Too flat a tip to feed. It did well with Federal and Reminton. If you scope it, mount the scope a bit high, otherwise the ejected brass may bounce down into the action and cause jams. I have seen a couple here in gunshow, but they ask $250! I paid $150 for mine, and thought it a bit high. I'll get another if I can find one reasonably priced. Heck, I can get a .30 Carbine for $250-300. Have fun! __________________ Moderator of: AR15/M16, M14/M1A, New/Beginning Shooters and Militaria/Collectables.

06-27-2006, 11:24 PM	#6
Carbine Lover Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 2 Trader Rating: (0)	Need parts for Iver Johnson 22LR Carbine I have had an Iver Johnson 22 LR carbine for some time and have recently decided to repair it and refinish the stock. I need the slide bolt, recoil spring, and rod plus the upper part of the stock. Can any one help me to locate these parts or tell me where I can get what I need. It would be very helpful if I can also locate a manual on it. Mine was also made in West Germany. I would appreciate anyone's assistance Last edited by Carbine Lover; 06-27-2006 at 11:28 PM.

06-27-2006, 11:46 PM	#7
lefty o Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: mn Posts: 4,695 Trader Rating: (0)	you realize you dug up a 4 yr old post?! for parts i'd give numerich a try. they usually have lots of old junk.

06-28-2006, 07:18 PM	#8
Carbine Lover Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 2 Trader Rating: (0)	Didn't bother to notice how old the previous post was. As far as the parts I need do you consider my carbine ...JUNK?:target: Just exactly who are you referring to when you mentioned as to where to look as they had a lot of junk!

06-28-2006, 11:10 PM	#9
lefty o Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: mn Posts: 4,695 Trader Rating: (0)	easy, you can find the parts on your own!

07-05-2006, 02:35 PM	#10
menlo Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 1 Trader Rating: (0)	Carbine Lover, Parts for this gun are hard to come by, especially the ones you are looking for. I too have one of these little gems and have been looking for a complete rear sight assembly. If you decide to give up your search and are willing to sell parts off your gun please let me know. Otherwise good luck and I will let you know if I find what you are looking for.