Over thirty years ago, I purchased an Iver Johnson 380 Pony. Not a particularly well made pistol but adequate.
Iver Johnson was located in Jacksonville, Arkansas and went out of business. I understand they are back in business; at least the name is back.
When I was a boy Iver Johnson and Harrington & Richardson made a wide range of affordable guns. I owned an H&R 16 gauge shot gun and many of my friends had Iver Johnsons handed down from fathers and grandfathers.
Does anyone know if either of these companies is in business and is there anything positive about the Iver Johnson 380 Pony?
Thats a great question, I will ask the Men.
H&R got folded after Marlin bought them along with New England Firearms. I have a little Iver Johnson .22 pistol. The trigger is awful, but the thing is solid.
Here is your reply:
PaulF.
June 1, 2010 @ 17:52
http://www.iverjohnsonarms.com/
“Yes, Iver Johnson is back! We are manufacturing a whole new product line.
NEW PRODUCTS AVAILABLE FOR ORDER: 1911 style 45’s in 6 differenet models. 22 Converison Kits for Series 70 & 80 1911 models.
Soon to follow will be a line of lightweight 1911 style .22’s with an aluminum slide and frame. About the same time, we will be introducting a 4 barrel Derringer in 22LR. Soon to follow we will be introducing the M1 Carbine in 30 cal. in stainless, parkerized, and blued, along with the Pony 380. Check website for availability on these items.
We do not have any parts, guns, or info related to the old Iver Johnson name. Please contact your local gun dealer for any questions related to old Iver Johhnson products. Thank you.”
http://www.hr1871.com/default.asp
H&R no longer produces sidearms, but are still very active in long guns.
Hope this info helps!
PaulF.