Manufactured in 1953. Ramped, hooded beaded blade front and flip up adjustable notch rear sights, standard markings and Winchester "WP" proofs on the barrel and receiver, factory drilled and tapped holes on top of the receiver, matching numbered bolt, late safety, checkered pistol grip stock, and checkered blue steel buttplate.

Excellent with 95% original blue finish, some traces of minor edge wear, handling marks throughout, cycling marks, and mild gray patina on the bolt handle knob. The stock is very fine with crisp checkering, small scattered dings and bruises, and some scratches. Mechanically excellent.