Lot 1741: Winchester Deluxe Model 71 Lever Action Rifle

Manufactured in 1942 with standard markings including Winchester factory oval proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech. Fitted with ramped and hooded beaded blade front, filler rear, and factory bolt mounted peep sights. Sling swivels are mounted on the forend cap and stock. Mounted with a checkered forearm and pistol grip stock with hard rubber grip cap and checkered shotgun buttplate. Includes a leather sling.

Excellent, retains 90% plus of the original blue finish with some thinning to a smooth grey-brown patina on the bottom of the lever and forend cap with a few scattered light handling marks. The wood is very fine with some scattered minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.