Manufactured in 1933, the first year of production (most likely first days of production!), this example bears the incredibly low serial number "8" on the bottom of the receiver and trigger group. The barrel is marked with the two-line address/patent marking on the left and the standard Winchester proof steel, model, and caliber markings on the right. Winchester factory oval proofs are present on the barrel and receiver at the breech. It is fitted with dovetailed beaded blade front and elevation adjustable notch rear sights. Mounted with a smooth forearm and pistol grip stock with a smooth buttplate.

Excellent, retains 97% original blue finish with some light muzzle wear, some spotting on the forearm cap, and some light scratches scattered throughout. The wood is very fine with some minor dings and scratches scattered throughout, and retaining most of the varnish. Mechanically excellent. Don't miss this opportunity to add a single-digit serial number Winchester to your collection! Writer cannot recall an earlier example!