The Model 61 was developed by Winchester in an attempt to keep pace with its competitors' hammerless .22 rifles. Model 61s were produced from 1932 to 1963, this variation (Magnum) was only produced from 1960 to 1963; with this example manufactured in 1963. It features a dovetail beaded blade front sight, elevation adjustable rear sight, grooved top of the receiver for scope mounting, tubular magazine, correct "A" below serial number visible, 17 groove flat bottom slide and pistol grip stock with a black plastic buttplate with "WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO" in a circle.

Excellent overall, retaining 98% plus original bright blue finish with a couple light handling marks as well as some slide retraction marks on the barrel. Mechanically excellent.