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  • Lot #1043
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Lot 1043: First Year Production Winchester Model 61 Slide Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Lot 1043: First Year Production Winchester Model 61 Slide Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Estimated Price: $4,500 - $7,000
Price Realized:
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First Year Production Winchester Model 61 Slide Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 61
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22 WRF
Barrel: 24 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1138
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 44
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1932 and subsequently upgraded to current configuration. Beaded blade front and elevation adjustable rear notch sights, first style barrel inscription, Winchester "WP" proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech, matching numbers on the receiver and trigger guard assembly, smooth round top receiver, smooth trigger and checkered hammer catch, and factory drilled and tapped upper tang with flip up peep sight. 11 groove slide handle and smooth pistol grip stock with checkered blue steel buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Fine as professionally restored/upgrade to current configuration with 90% refinished blue finish, evidence of bluing on the muzzle, some small scratches, and slide retraction wear on the flats. The refinished wood is also fine with some small dings and refinished buttplate. Mechanically excellent.



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