Model 61s were produced from 1932 to 1963 with this particular rifle being made in the first year of production. The octagon barrel is chambered for the .22 WRF. It features a dovetail front brass bead sight and adjustable sporting rear. 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". 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.

Excellent with 94% plus blue finish overall with only slight wear marks from the slide and on the high edges. Stock excellent. Mechanically excellent, and a fine first year production rifle.