Manufactured in 1946 (receiver) during the early transition period (late 1945 to 1951). It is chambered in 35 Whelen, a reportedly non-standard caliber believed to be experimental or special order chambering that has not been confirmed. Hooded ramp front sight and filler block in the rear sight dovetail slot on a barrel marked with the Winchester legend on the left side. The barrel underside is marked "35 WHELEN" followed by "46". The Winchester factory oval proof is stamped on the barrel and receiver. The receiver is tapped for scope mounting at the front and fitted with a Lyman sight (stock inletted) on the left rear side. Cloverleaf receiver tang, pre-war safety, polished bolt numbered to gun and sling swivels. The straight comb pistol grip stock features checkering and a checkered steel buttplate.

Very fine as professionally refurbished/restored. The rifle retains nearly all of the blue finish showing a series a light scratches on the buttplate. The stock is near mint with a few light handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.