Manufactured in 1928, Winchester produced only about 25,000 Model 53s from 1924 to 1932. The left rear of the barrel is marked with the model, maker, nickel steel and caliber markings and the left rear has the two line address. The top of the barrel and receiver are marked with the Winchester oval proof at the breech. Standard three line upper tang marking and the serial number is on the bottom of the receiver. It features a Lyman blade front sight and adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight, half magazine, plain forearm with a metal tip and straight grip stock with a steel serrated flat buttplate.

Very good. The barrel retains 50% faded original blue finish with some muzzle wear and a small amount of light spotting. The lever retains most of the original blue finish on the sides and has a smooth gray patina on the balance. The receiver has a smooth gray patina with traces of original blue in protected areas. The wood is good as refinished with a coat of varnish, showing a small gouge on the left side of the stock, and overall some scattered minor dents, dings and scratches. The markings remain crisp and clear. The action is excellent.