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Lot 28: Winchester 71 Rifle 348 W C F

Pre-War Early Production Winchester Model 71 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 30, 2010

Lot 28: Winchester 71 Rifle 348 W C F

Pre-War Early Production Winchester Model 71 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 30, 2010

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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Pre-War Early Production Winchester Model 71 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 71
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 348 W C F
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1837
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 10
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1936, This example is the deluxe version of the Model 71 rifle. It has a hood ramp blade front sight, an adjustable sporting type rear sight, and a peep sight mounted on the bolt. Standard barrel markings with the factory proof on the barrel and receiver and the serial number on the underside of the frame. Checkered forearm and pistol grip stock, with forend cap, sling swivel studs, factory hard rubber pistol grip cap, and checkered steel buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The barrel and magazine retain 90% slightly faded original blue finish thinning to a smooth gray patina with some minor pitting on the barrel. The receiver retains 95% plus original blue finish thinning to a smooth brown patina with some minor edge wear and a few patches of brown on the lower tang. The lever retains approximately 20% blue finish with the balance a smooth brown-gray patina. The buttplate has a smooth dark patina with some minor spotting. Overall there are some minor scratches. The wood is fine with exception of some scattered minor dings, some minor scratches, and some scattered minor areas of varnish loss. The fine pistol grip checkering has some minor wear and bruises, with a few scattered minor bruises in the overall crisp forearm checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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