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Lot 15: Winchester 61 Rifle 22 WRF

Early Pre War Winchester Model 61 Octagon Barrel Slide Action Rifle in Scarce 22 WRF Caliber

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2008

Lot 15: Winchester 61 Rifle 22 WRF

Early Pre War Winchester Model 61 Octagon Barrel Slide Action Rifle in Scarce 22 WRF Caliber

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2008

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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Early Pre War Winchester Model 61 Octagon Barrel Slide Action Rifle in Scarce 22 WRF Caliber

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 61
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22 WRF
Barrel: 24 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 812
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 9
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Model 61s were produced from 1932 to 1963 with this particular rifle being manufactured in the first year of production. The octagon barrel is chambered for the .22 WRF. It features a dovetail brass bead front sight and adjustable sporting rear with a peep sight mounted behind the receiver. The rear right side of the barrel is marked with the standard two line address reading "MADE IN USA WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./ NEW HAVEN. CONN.--PATENTS PENDING" while the left side has the model and caliber markings. 7/8 length tubular magazine. 11 groove flat bottom slide and smooth pistol grip stock with a checkered steel buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Excellent with 97% plus blue finish overall with only slight wear marks from the slide and on the high edges. Stock excellent. Mechanically excellent.



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