
Lock Stock & Barrel Premier Auction #3 - Cody, WY
Lock Stock & Barrel Premier Auction #3 - Cody, WY
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The auction will be held at The Cody Auditorium, 1240 Beck Ave, Cody, WY 82414, beginning at 9:00 MST.
There will be food and drink provided at the venue, so bring your appetites.
Antique 1900s Philippine Insurrection Moro Keris Native Warrior Kris Sword & Sheath
Lot # 1 (Sale Order: 1 of 674)
Antique 1860s Late Edo Period Japanese Kote Hand & Forearm Samurai Armor
Lot # 2 (Sale Order: 2 of 674)
19th Century Japanese Gimei Signed Hand Made Cutdown Wakazashi 18" Blade Samurai Short Sword
Lot # 3 (Sale Order: 3 of 674)
Imperial Japanese Army WW2 Officer Bullion Star Badged Wool Felt Field Hat
Lot # 4 (Sale Order: 4 of 674)
Imperial Japanese Army WW2 Type 90 Steel Combat Helmet W/ Star & Liner
Lot # 5 (Sale Order: 5 of 674)
Imperial Japanese Army WW2 Tanker Cloth Covered Cork Summer Tank Helmet
Lot # 6 (Sale Order: 6 of 674)
Imperial Japanese Army WW2 NCO Nikko (Nikon) Type 93 4x10 Binoculars W/ Rubberized Canvas Case
Lot # 7 (Sale Order: 7 of 674)
Imperial Japanese Army WW2 Type 94 Brown Painted Aluminum Canteen & Khaki Web Harness
Lot # 8 (Sale Order: 8 of 674)
Pair of Imperial Japanese WW2 Type 4 Last Ditch Glazed Porcelain Ceramic Hand Grenades
Lot # 9 (Sale Order: 9 of 674)
Imperial Japanese Army WW2 Type 14 Nambu "Clamshell" Brown Leather Pistol Holster
Lot # 10 (Sale Order: 10 of 674)
Antique Early 1900s Cast Iron Spring Loaded Two Roosters Carnival Shooting Gallery Target
Lot # 11 (Sale Order: 11 of 674)
Winchester Model 1902 .22 Short & Long 18" Bolt Action Single Shot Boy's Rifle 1907-1914 C&R
Lot # 12 (Sale Order: 12 of 674)
Model: 1902
Serial Number: No Serial Number Visible (NSNV)
Year of Manufacture: 1907-1914
Caliber: .22 Short and Long
Action Type: Single Shot, Manually Cocked Bolt Action Rifle with extractor
Barrel Length: 18” Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a fixed v-notch dovetailed to the barrel.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is smooth wood with a straight grip, straight comb, and checkered Winchester composition buttplate. The LOP measures 13 3/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. The stock displays moderate handling wear with scratches, scuffs, nicks, scrapes, and compressions throughout. There is some finish loss on both sides of the buttstock. The stock rates in about Good Condition.
Type of Finish: Once Blued, None Left
Finish Originality: Original, None Left
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright. The rifling is well defined where not interrupted by erosion. There is some general erosion throughout the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 6/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about none of its finish and shows light operation wear. The screw heads are tool marked. The pins are clean. The markings are clear. There is general finish loss evenly throughout the rifle with some of the metal having gone to a light to mild mottled patina toward the front and rear. There is a hint of blue remaining on the sights. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fair to Good Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions as intended. We did not fire this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 1902 is one of the classic Winchester .22 “boy’s rifles” from the turn of the 20th century. Those made from ca. 1907-1914 featured a composition buttplate and were chambered in .22 Short & Long only (those made before 1907 featured a steel buttplate, and those made after 1914 were also chambered for .22 Extra Long). With about 640,000 made over its production run from 1902-1931, the Winchester Model 1902 .22 was the first rifle for many American boys.
This Winchester Model 1902 .22 Short & Long Boy’s Rifle was made between 1907-1914 and is in Fair to Good Condition. It features an 18” barrel, none of its original finish, a smooth wood stock, a checkered Winchester composition buttplate, and a mostly bright bore with well defined rifling (where not interrupted by erosion). This is a great old Winchester .22 boy’s rifle from the early 1900s.
Winchester Model 1904 .22 Short Long Extra Long 21" Bolt Action Single Shot Boy's Rifle, C&R
Lot # 13 (Sale Order: 13 of 674)
Model: 1904
Serial Number: No Serial Number Visible (NSNV)
Year of Manufacture: 1914-1924
Caliber: .22 Short, Long, or Extra Long
Action Type: Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle with extractor
Barrel Length: 21” Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a u notch with elevation screw adjustment, dovetailed to the barrel.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is smooth wood with a straight grip, straight comb, and steel crescent buttplate. The LOP measures 13 1/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. The stock displays heavy handling wear with scratches, scuffs, nicks, scrapes, and compressions throughout. The stock rates in about Fair to Good Condition.
Type of Finish: Once Blued, None Left
Finish Originality: Original, None Left
Bore Condition: The bore is bright where not interrupted by erosion. There is intermittent light to moderate erosion throughout the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 6/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about none of its finish and shows light operation wear. The screw heads are tool marked. The pins are clean. The markings are clear. There is general finish loss evenly throughout the rifle with most of the metal having gone to a light to mild patina. There is some scattered oxidation and rust spotting on the barrel exterior and extension. There is a hint of blue remaining on the sights. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fair to Good Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions as intended. We did not fire this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 1904 was a “man sized” boy’s rifle introduced just after the turn of the 20th century, and answered the call for a more robust version of Winchester's earlier youth rifles. The Model 1904 featured a 21” barrel of greater weight, a stock of larger proportions, and a knob forend. Those made from ca. 1914-1924 featured a steel crescent buttplate and were chambered in .22 Short, Long, or Extra Long (the .22 Extra Long chambering was only introduced in 1914, and the steel crescent buttplate was replaced by a hard rubber version in 1925). With 302,850 made over its production run from 1904-1931, the Winchester Model 1904 .22 was the first rifle for many American boys.
This Winchester Model 1904 .22 Short, Long, or Extra Long Boy’s Rifle was made between 1914-1924 and is in Fair to Good Condition. It features a 21” barrel, none of its original finish, a smooth wood stock, a steel crescent buttplate, and a bright bore with intermittent light to moderate erosion. This is a great old Winchester .22 boy’s rifle from the early 1900s.
Winchester Model 490 .22 Long Rifle LR 22" Rimfire Semi-Automatic Rifle, 1975-1976
Lot # 14 (Sale Order: 14 of 674)
Model: 490
Serial Number: J040841* (Asterisk means this rifle was repaired after the 1976 recall was completed)
Year of Manufacture: 1975-1976
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Semi-Auto, Fed by Detachable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER / MADE IN CANADA”, “MODEL 490 CAL. 22 L.R. ONLY / WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL”. The left side of the receiver is marked “J040841*”. The right side of the barrel is marked “-WINCHESTER- / NEW HAVEN. CONN.”.
Barrel Length: 22” Round
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a hooded, beaded blade dovetailed to a serrated, ramped base fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a folding “U”-notch with a white triangle aim reference, fine adjustable for elevation. The receiver is scope grooved.
Stock Configuration and Condition: The stock is one-piece checkered walnut with a capped pistol grip, fluted straight comb, and a Winchester checkered hard rubber buttplate. There is a notable compression mark on the left and right side of the forend. The LOP measures 13 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the steel buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. There are a few minor compression marks. Overall, the stock rates in Excellent Condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows minor operation wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in Excellent Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: This rifle comes with one blued 5-round magazine in Excellent Condition.
Our Assessment: Winchester purchased the Cooey rifle factory in Cobourg, Ontario in 1961, and produced, among other rifles, the Model 490 there from 1975-1976 with about 60,000 made. Winchester closed the entire Cooey plant in 1979. The Model 490 remains a scarce and intriguing link to Winchester’s brief foray into semi-automatic rimfire production north of the border.
This Made In Canada Winchester Model 490 Semi-Auto Rifle was made between 1975-1976 and is in Excellent Condition. It features a 22” barrel, 98% of its crisp, original blued finish, an elegant one-piece checkered walnut stock, a blued 5-round mag, and a bright bore with sharp rifling and no erosion. The asterisk after the serial number denotes it was repaired after the 1976 recall was completed. This beauty should make an absolute pleasure to shoot for any rimfire enthusiast, or would be a fine addition to a Winchester collection.
Winchester Model 52B Standard Target .22 LR 28" Bolt Action Rifle W/ Unertl 14x Scope, 1941 C&R
Lot # 15 (Sale Order: 15 of 674)
Model: 52B Standard Target
Serial Number: 63440 B
Year of Manufacture: 1941
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Single Shot, Bolt Action, Rimfire Target Rifle
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER / PROOF STEEL”, “-MODEL 52-“, “WINCHESTER / TRADE MARK”, “-22 LONG R.-“. The left-rear of the barrel and left-front of the receiver each have an ovalled “WP” proof. The left of the receiver is marked with the serial number, “63440 B”, found again hand-scribed on the bottom of the bolt. The right of the barrel is marked “MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO / NEW HAVEN CONN” found again on the rear of the receiver but including the word “-PATENTED-”. The right side of the chamber ring is marked “WINCHESTER / TRADE MARK”.
Barrel Length: 28” Round
Sights/Optics: The top of the barrel is installed with three sight blocks—attached to the forward most base is a blank dovetail. Attached to the center and rearward bases is a J. Unertl 14x target scope with crosshair reticle. The left rear of the receiver is drilled, tapped, and filled for a receiver sight (none present). The scope body is free of major wear but there are scattered spots of light surface oxidation and a bit of thinning on some controls.
Stock Configuration and Condition: The stock is one-piece smooth walnut with a beavertail forend, pistol grip, straight comb, banded barrel, and a checkered sheet steel buttplate. The forend has an inlet 4” factory accessory rail. There are some scattered light nicks, compressions, dings, scuffs, and a couple faint hairline scratches. There are no chips or cracks. The accessory rail has light wear from installing and removing accessories. The LOP measures 13 1/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The buttplate has light thinning and minor nicks along the edge. Overall, the stock is in Fine Condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 93% of its metal finish. There are a couple little nicks on the barrel and a few spots of minor surface oxidation, mostly in the forward portions of the barrel. There is standard operational wear and light handling wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. There is some finish wear on the bottom metal around the mag well. Overall, this rifle is in Fine to Excellent Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: There is no magazine with this rifle.
Our Assessment: The Model 52 bolt action .22 target rifle was introduced by Winchester in 1920, and for many years, it was the premier small-bore match rifle in the United States, if not the world. Known as the "King of the .22's", the Model 52 has been called by Winchester historian Herbert Houze “a perfection in design”. The Model 52 had a “pretty good run” as they say, with about 125,000 made from 1920-1980 in both “Sporting” and “Target” variations. The Model 52 underwent several changes over its production run, and although the barrel markings remained the same, letter suffixes were added to the serial number to designate significant design changes. “B” Model 52s were made from about 1937-1953.
This Wartime Winchester Model 52B Bolt Action Rifle was made in 1941 and is in Fine to Excellent Condition. It features a 28” barrel, 93% of its original blued finish, a wonderful J. Unertl 14x target scope with a crosshair reticle, a one-piece smooth walnut stock, clear markings, strong mechanics, a crisp trigger, and a bright bore with sharp rifling and no erosion. This beauty represents the golden age of precision rimfire target rifles, and would make a great benchrest rifle for the lucky winner, or a fine addition to a Winchester collection.
Left-Hand Stock Speed Lock Winchester Model 52 Sporting .22 LR 24" Bolt Action Rifle, 1934 C&R
Lot # 16 (Sale Order: 16 of 674)
Model: 52 Pre-A Sporting, Speed Lock
Serial Number: 36102
Year of Manufacture: 1934
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle with Detachable Magazine
Barrel Length: 24" Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a Lyman globe-style sight with a post insert dovetailed to a base fixed to the front of the barrel. There’s a Lyman receiver sight installed, adjustable for windage and elevation; the sight arm and base have matching assembly numbers. The stock is relieved to accommodate the receiver sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece walnut with a pistol grip, straight comb with cheek rest on the right side (for a left-handed shooter), and a shotgun style checkered steel buttplate. It features hand-cut checkering on both sides of the forestock, three hand-cut checkered “diamonds” on the forestock’s bottom, and hand-cut checkering on both sides of the pistol grip. The pistol grip has a hard rubber Winchester cap marked “WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO”, and the forend has an ebony nose cap. Sling plates are inlaid and screwed to the belly and the forend with Winchester Super-Grade sling swivels installed. The stock has scattered light nicks, scuffs, and scratches. There is a more notable ding in the right-side grip checkering toward the bottom. The checkering is generally well defined. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The buttplate has mostly worn to white; there is some good finish in the cuts of the well defined checkering, and there is some minor oxidation. Overall, the stock is in Very Good Condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original, the bolt is serial-matching.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 92% of its metal finish. The barrel and receiver have only a few minor marks and infrequent spots of faint oxidation. The bolt has stubborn dried grease. The balance is almost entirely in the bottom metal which shows scattered wear, some minor oxidation, and light nicks and scratches. The action shows light operational wear. The screw heads range from sharp to tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in Very Good Plus Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with one vintage original Winchester blued 5-round magazine stamped "MADE IN U.S.A. / WINCHESTER / TRADE MARK / PAT. NOV. 25, 1919" on the bottom floorplate.
Our Assessment: The Model 52 bolt action .22 target rifle was introduced by Winchester in 1920, and for many years, it was the premier small-bore match rifle in the United States, if not the world. Known as the "King of the .22's", the Model 52 has been called by Winchester historian Herbert Houze “a perfection in design”. In 1929, Winchester engineer Frank Burton introduced an updated lock mechanism known as the “Speed Lock”, which provided almost instantaneous cartridge ignition when users pulled the trigger. Winchester altered the design in 1935 for safety concerns, and marked all subsequent rifles with the letter “A” after the serial number. The Model 52 “Sporting” was introduced in 1934, boasting a shorter, lighter weight barrel, and a lighter, “sporter” style stock of "extra finish" fancy grade walnut with cheekpiece, hand-cut checkering, a capped pistol grip, an ebony nose cap, and inletted "Super Grade" sling swivels. Thus, there was only about a one year window in which Model 52 Sporting rifles were made with the “Speed Lock” before the design was changed, making any surviving examples very scarce today. This example was made in 1934 and is in Very Good Plus Condition. Of particular interest to collectors will be the stock, which bears a cheekpiece on the right side for a left-handed shooter. This is a particularly uncommon feature that will not only attract the southpaws, but also those collectors who want to have one of each example of the variations in the Model 52. This is a rare opportunity for either party, and there's no telling when another may become available.
Winchester Model 60A-Target .22 LR Single Shot Manually Cocked Bolt Action Rifle, 1932 C&R
Lot # 17 (Sale Order: 17 of 674)
Model: 60A-Target
Serial Number: No Serial Number Visible (NSNV)
Year of Manufacture: The Model 60A was made between1932-1939. This example was produced from ca. September to December 1932, as it lacks finger grooves in the stock, but has the “sight cut” window in the bolt.
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Bolt Action, Single Shot, Manual Cocking, Ejector
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “MADE IN U.S.A WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. - MODEL 60A -TARGET-WINCHESTER-”. The top of the barrel and bolt are marked with Winchester “WP” proofs. The rear sight is marked “LYMAN / 55 W”. The front sight is marked “MARBLE” and “SHEARD”.
Barrel Length: 22 1/8” Round. This barrel was originally 23”, but has been cut, crowned, and sleeved.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a replacement Marble Sheard beaded blade dovetailed into the barrel. The rear sight is a factory Lyman 55W peep sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece checkered walnut with a semi-pistol grip, straight comb, checkered steel buttplate, banded forend with sling ring, and sling ring on the belly. There are no cracks. There are scratches, scuffs, compressions, and minor nicks. There is a small chip on the left stock pin. The LOP measures 12 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate, which has only surface and edge wear. Overall, the stock rates in Fine Condition. The stock is original but was almost certainly checkered after it left the factory.
Type of Finish: Blue, Chromed Bolt and Handle
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The sleeved bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 70% of its metal finish. There are scratches and scuffs throughout the metal, concentrated on top of the barrel. There is scattered oxidation and corrosion. The rear sight, trigger guard, stock band, and muzzle have taken a deep patina. The screw heads are sharp to tool marked with strong slots. The pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in Very Good Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: Winchester made the Model 60 between 1930-34 in the depths of the Great Depression, and sold around 165,000 units. The Model 60A variant, produced from 1932-39, was available in a Sporter or Target version, and they only made around 6,100 of the 60A-Target rifles.
This Winchester Model 60A-Target Rifle is in Very Good Condition. This example was produced from ca. September to December 1932, as it lacks finger grooves in the stock, but has the “sight cut” window in the bolt. It features a 22 1/8” barrel (originally 23”, it has been cut, crowned, and sleeved), 70% of its original blued finish, a one-piece walnut stock with checkering applied after it left the factory, a replacement Marble Sheard front sight, the original Lyman 55W rear peep sight, and a sleeved bore that remains bright with sharp rifling and no erosion. This is a fine example of an early Winchester Model 60A-Target.
Early Winchester Model 69 .22 S/L/LR Long Rifle 25" Bolt Action Mag-Fed Rifle, 1935 C&R
Lot # 18 (Sale Order: 18 of 674)
Model: 69
Serial Number: No Serial Number Visible (NSNV)
Year of Manufacture: Ca. 1935
Caliber: .22 S/L/LR
Action Type: Bolt Action, Fed By Detachable Magazine
Barrel Length: 25” Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded beaded blade fixed to the barrel. The rear of the receiver is dovetailed with a Humeston premium rear peep sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece smooth walnut with a pistol grip, straight comb, checkered Winchester composite buttplate, and spring loaded button on the left side of the stock. There are compression lines and minor scratches. The LOP measures 13 3/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. The stock rates in Fine Condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is exceptionally bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no operation wear. The markings are crisp. The screw heads are tool marked with serviceable slots. There is minor oxidation throughout, but concentrated on the bottom metal with some rust freckling. There is faint thinning on the leading edges. Overall, the rifle is in Fine Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes one vintage original Winchester Model 69 blued 5-round magazine stamped "MADE IN U.S.A. / WINCHESTER -69 / TRADE MARK / PAT. NOV. 25, 1919" on the bottom floorplate; the presence of the patent information dates manufacture to ca. 1935-1945. The mag is in Excellent Condition with only light operation wear.
Our Assessment: Winchester introduced the Model 69 bolt action .22 rifle in January 1935 during the depths of the Great Depression, mainly in response to sluggish sales of their Model 56 and 57 rifles, which were criticized for their short barrels and high prices. Designed by Frank F. Burton, the Model 69 featured a 25” barrel, high quality walnut stock, and standard 5-round box magazine, and it quickly became the ideal mid-price .22. The standard Model 69 came with a barrel mounted buckhorn rear sight, but during the early years of production, Winchester also offered a receiver mounted adjustable Humeston rear sight as an upgrade option. Any original Model 69 with a factory Humeston rear sight remains highly desirable to collectors today.
This First Year Winchester Model 69 Bolt Action Mag-Fed Rifle was made in 1935 and is in Fine Condition. It features a 25” barrel, 98% of its crisp, original blued finish, a factory Humeston premium rear peep sight, an elegant one-piece smooth walnut stock with a spring-loaded mag release button on the left side and a protruding takedown “penny” slot screw at the middle bottom, a beautiful original Winchester Model 69 blued 5-round mag that dates to ca. 1935-1945, and an exceptionally bright bore with sharp rifling and no erosion. In August 1935, the Model 69’s bolt was redesigned to incorporate a rebounding firing pin to comply with Canadian import regulations. This is an early example with a non-rebounding firing pin, making it an exceptionally rare piece.
Pre-War Winchester Model 72 .22 Short, Long, Long Rifle 25" Bolt Action Rimfire Rifle, 1938-42 C&R
Lot # 19 (Sale Order: 19 of 674)
Model: 72
Serial Number: No Serial Number Visible (NSNV)
Year of Manufacture: 1938-1942
Caliber: .22 Short, Long or Long Rifle
Action Type: Bolt Action, Tube-Fed
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO / NEW HAVEN, CONN.-PATENT PENDING.-”, “MODEL 72-22 SHORT / LONG AND LONG RIFLE”, “-WINCHESTER- / -TRADE MARK-”. The top of the receiver is marked “FV” on the right lip of the ejection port and a star on the left lip. The calibers being “spelled out” on the barrel instead of abbreviated by one or two letters indicate that this rifle was produced prior to the pause in production during WW2.
Barrel Length: 25” Round
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a “U”-notch with riser, dovetailed to the barrel. This sight configuration was a special order as the standard model came with a receiver-mounted aperture sight.
Stock Configuration and Condition: The stock is one-piece smooth walnut with a semi-pistol grip, straight comb, and checkered composition buttplate. The LOP measures 13 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. There are no handling marks. Overall, the stock rates in Excellent Condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no wear. There are a couple of tiny marks on the barrel and trigger guard. There is intermittent oxidation and there are rust freckles on the receiver and barrel. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in Excellent Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: None
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 72, introduced in 1938, offers a glimpse into a less heralded chapter of Winchester's storied rifle lineage, nestled between the illustrious Model 52 and the popular Model 69. As a derivative of the Model 69 designed by Frank Burton, the Model 72 features distinctive enhancements such as a tubular magazine—Winchester's first foray into tube-fed bolt-action designs—and a simplified two-position safety at the rear of the action. This model diverges from its magazine-fed predecessors by offering a high-capacity solution, accommodating up to 20 .22 Short cartridges, which was a significant selling point against competing entry-level rifles of the era. The Model 72 was available in various configurations, primarily distinguished by their sighting options. The standard variant boasted a unique receiver-mounted aperture sight, eschewing traditional rear barrel sights, which were neither dovetailed nor prepared for easy scope mounting. This design choice underscored its target-shooting capabilities, although a version with a rear barrel sight was also available upon request. Despite a production pause during WW2, the Model 72 resumed manufacture in the post-war era, and ultimately concluded its run in 1959, with a total production of 161,412 rifles.
This Pre-War Winchester Model 72 .22 Short, Long or Long Rifle Bolt Action Rifle was made between 1938-1942, as distinguished by the calibers marked on the barrel being “spelled out” rather than abbreviated by one or two letters, and is in Excellent Condition. It features a 25” barrel, 98% of its crisp, original blued finish, a gorgeous one-piece smooth walnut stock, a special order rear barrel sight (the standard model carried a receiver-mounted aperture sight), and a bright bore with sharp rifling and no erosion.
Pre-War Winchester Model 72 .22 Short Long LR 25" Bolt Action Rimfire Rifle, 1938-1942 C&R
Lot # 20 (Sale Order: 20 of 674)
Model: 72
Serial Number: No Serial Number Visible (NSNV)
Year of Manufacture: 1938-1942. The calibers being “spelled out” on the barrel instead of abbreviated by one or two letters indicate that this rifle was produced prior to the pause in production during WW2.
Caliber: .22 Short, Long or Long Rifle
Action Type: Bolt Action, Tube-Fed
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO / NEW HAVEN, CONN.-”, “MODEL 72-22 SHORT / LONG AND LONG RIFLE”, “-WINCHESTER- / -TRADE MARK-”. The top of the receiver is marked “DY” on the right lip of the ejection port and a star on the left lip. The calibers being “spelled out” on the barrel instead of abbreviated by one or two letters indicate that this rifle was produced prior to the pause in production during WW2.
Barrel Length: 25” Round
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a “U”-notch with riser, dovetailed to the barrel. This sight configuration was a special order as the standard model came with a receiver-mounted aperture sight.
Stock Configuration and Condition: The stock is one-piece smooth walnut with a semi-pistol grip, straight comb, and checkered composition buttplate. The LOP measures 13 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. Outside of a few minor compression marks on the belly and bottom of the grip, the stock is nearly pristine. Overall, the stock rates in Excellent Condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is some minor fouling in the grooves. There is no erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no wear. There are a couple tiny marks on the barrel and trigger guard. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in Excellent Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: None
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 72, introduced in 1938, offers a glimpse into a less heralded chapter of Winchester's storied rifle lineage, nestled between the illustrious Model 52 and the popular Model 69. As a derivative of the Model 69 designed by Frank Burton, the Model 72 features distinctive enhancements such as a tubular magazine—Winchester's first foray into tube-fed bolt-action designs—and a simplified two-position safety at the rear of the action. This model diverges from its magazine-fed predecessors by offering a high-capacity solution, accommodating up to 20 .22 Short cartridges, which was a significant selling point against competing entry-level rifles of the era. The Model 72 was available in various configurations, primarily distinguished by their sighting options. The standard variant boasted a unique receiver-mounted aperture sight, eschewing traditional rear barrel sights, which were neither dovetailed nor prepared for easy scope mounting. This design choice underscored its target-shooting capabilities, although a version with a rear barrel sight was also available upon request. Despite a production pause during WW2, the Model 72 resumed manufacture in the post-war era, and ultimately concluded its run in 1959, with a total production of 161,412 rifles.
This Pre-War Winchester Model 72 .22 Short, Long or Long Rifle Bolt Action Rifle was made between 1938-1942, as distinguished by the calibers marked on the barrel being “spelled out” rather than abbreviated by one or two letters, and is in Excellent Condition. It features a 25” barrel, 99% of its crisp, original blued finish, a beautiful one-piece smooth walnut stock, a special order rear barrel sight (the standard model carried a receiver-mounted aperture sight), and a bright bore with sharp rifling and no erosion (only some minor fouling in the grooves).
Pre-64 Winchester Model 74 .22 LR 22" Semi-Automatic Rimfire Rifle, 1950 C&R
Lot # 21 (Sale Order: 21 of 674)
Model: 74
Serial Number: 252885A
Year of Manufacture: 1950
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Semi-Auto, Fed by Buttstock Magtube
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “252885A”. The left side of the barrel is marked “MADE IN NEW HAVEN. CONN / -U.S. OF AMERICA-”, “-WINCHESTER- / -TRADE MARK-”, and “MODEL74- / 22 L.RIFLE-”. The top of the receiver and barrel are marked with Winchester “WP” proofs.
Barrel Length: 22” Round
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a “U”-notch with riser, dovetailed to the barrel.
Stock Configuration and Condition: The stock is one-piece smooth walnut with a semi-pistol grip, straight comb, and checkered steel buttplate. The LOP measures 13 1/2” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. There are minor compressions and three small scratches on the bottom of the forend. Overall, the stock rates in Excellent Condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no operation wear. There is some finish loss and takedown wear on the bolt release at the rear of the receiver. There is some thinning on the muzzle. There are a few faint and sparse spots of minor oxidation on the barrel and receiver. There are scratches and scuffs on the trigger guard which has introduced some discoloration. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: None
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 74 Semi-Automatic .22 Rifle, launched in 1939, represents an innovative chapter in the evolution of self-loading rimfire rifles. Constructed with an 8.5” long steel tube receiver just 1” in diameter, the Model 74 integrated a blowback-operated bolt and a tubular magazine nestled within the buttstock, demonstrating a unique engineering approach for the era. One of its notable features was the ability to remove the bolt from the rear of the receiver, a design choice that significantly simplifies maintenance and cleaning from the rear, unlike most vintage semi-automatic rimfire rifles. Visually, the Model 74 is immediately recognizable due to the squared-off rear of its action, reminiscent of the "humpback" profile of the classic Browning Auto-5 shotgun. Additionally, the safety mechanism of the Model 74 is distinct—a flat, knurl-ended crossbolt meticulously dovetailed into the top of the receiver, enhancing both safety and ease of use. The rifle’s ergonomic design extends to its svelte charging handle, which is strategically positioned in a slot on the right rear of the action, directly above the trigger. This placement optimizes ease of operation for right-handed shooters, allowing them to quickly chamber a round with a simple wrist rotation and a hook of the forefinger. Originally released only in .22 Short, the Model 74 expanded its offerings in January 1940 with the addition of a .22 Long Rifle version. The .22 Short version was discontinued in 1952, and production of the Winchester Model 74 ceased altogether after 1955, with about 406,574 made during its production run.
This Post-War Winchester Model 74 Semi-Auto Rifle was made in 1950 and is in Excellent Condition. It features a 22” barrel, 95% of its lustrous, original blued finish, a gorgeous one-piece smooth walnut stock, and a bright bore with sharp rifling and no erosion.
First Year Pre-War Winchester Model 74 .22 Short 24" Semi-Auto Rimfire Rifle, 1939 C&R
Lot # 22 (Sale Order: 22 of 674)
Model: 74
Serial Number: 19830
Year of Manufacture: 1939
Caliber: .22 Short
Action Type: Semi-Auto, Fed by Rear Load Tube Magazine
Barrel Length: 24” Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a “U”-notch elevator sight dovetailed to the barrel.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece smooth walnut with a semi-pistol grip, straight comb, and checkered steel buttplate. The LOP measures 13.5” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. There are a few minor compression marks. There is a minor crack on the toe which appears to be part of the grain where there is a “knot”. The stock has been refinished as evidenced by some lacquer that has unevenly settled around the trigger guard. Overall, the stock rates in Very Good Condition as Refinished.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10 /10.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains about 80% of the metal finish. There is thinning on the barrel in splotches throughout. The trigger guard is in the white with some minor erosion. There are a few nicks on the left side of the barrel on a straight line. The end of the barrel and the charging handle show finish loss. The screws are sharp to tool marked with strong slots and the pins are unmarred. The markings are crisp and clear. There are a few small dings on the right side of the receiver. Overall, the rifle rates in about Very Good Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions properly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 74 Semi-Automatic .22 Rifle, launched in 1939, represents an innovative chapter in the evolution of self-loading rimfire rifles. Constructed with an 8.5” long steel tube receiver just 1” in diameter, the Model 74 integrated a blowback-operated bolt and a tubular magazine nestled within the buttstock, demonstrating a unique engineering approach for the era. One of its notable features was the ability to remove the bolt from the rear of the receiver, a design choice that significantly simplifies maintenance and cleaning from the rear, unlike most vintage semi-automatic rimfire rifles. Visually, the Model 74 is immediately recognizable due to the squared-off rear of its action, reminiscent of the "humpback" profile of the classic Browning Auto-5 shotgun. Additionally, the safety mechanism of the Model 74 is distinct—a flat, knurl-ended crossbolt meticulously dovetailed into the top of the receiver, enhancing both safety and ease of use. The rifle’s ergonomic design extends to its svelte charging handle, which is strategically positioned in a slot on the right rear of the action, directly above the trigger. This placement optimizes ease of operation for right-handed shooters, allowing them to quickly chamber a round with a simple wrist rotation and a hook of the forefinger. Originally released only in .22 Short, the Model 74 expanded its offerings in January 1940 with the addition of a .22 Long Rifle version. The .22 Short version was discontinued in 1952, and production of the Winchester Model 74 ceased altogether after 1955, with about 406,574 made during its production run.
This First Year Pre-War Winchester Model 74 Semi-Auto Rifle was made in 1939 and is in Very Good Condition. It features a 24” barrel, 80% of its original blued finish, an elegantly refinished one-piece smooth walnut stock (there’s a minor crack on the toe which appears to be part of the grain where there is a “knot”), and a bright bore with sharp rifling and no erosion.
Wartime Winchester Model 75 Target .22 Long Rifle LR 28" Bolt Action Rifle, October 1945 C&R
Lot # 23 (Sale Order: 23 of 674)
Model: 75
Serial Number: 46015
Year of Manufacture: Based on the Winchester Polishing Room records, Model 75 serial number application ended on October 12, 1942 at Serial Number 45325. Winchester resumed receiver production and serialization in October 1945, and on October 29, 1945, the last serial number applied was 48970. Thus this rifle dates to October 1945.
Caliber: .22 LR
Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle Fed By Detachable Magazine
Barrel Length: 28” Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a Lyman 77 High Target Globe sight dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a Lyman 58E adjustable aperture sight mounted to the left side of the receiver. The top of the barrel has two male dovetails screwed to the barrel.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece smooth walnut with a pistol grip, straight comb, and checkered steel buttplate. The bottom of the forend has an inlaid accessory rail with a hand stop and sling ring installed. The stock shows light wear from handling and storage. There are some minor compressions, scuffs, and scratches. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 1/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. Overall, this stock rates in about Excellent Condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light wear little to no wear. There is some minor thinning on the leading edges and muzzle. The screw heads are sharp to lightly tool marked. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes one vintage original Winchester blued 5-round magazine stamped “MADE IN U.S.A. / WINCHESTER / TRADEMARK” on the bottom floorplate. The two-rib design and lack of patent information dates manufacture to ca. 1945-1954.
Our Assessment: The classic Winchester Model 75 bolt action rifle was introduced in 1938 and manufactured until 1958, and has long been revered for its precision and reliability in target shooting. Chambered exclusively in .22 Long Rifle, it catered to both competitive shooters and small game hunters. The rifle was offered in two main variants: the Target model, featuring a 28” barrel with a heavy, sturdy walnut stock and specialized precision iron sights, and the Sporter model, which was lighter with a simpler stock and sighting equipment, making it more suitable for field use.
This Wartime Winchester Model 75 Target Bolt Action Rifle was made in October 1945 and is in Excellent Condition. It features a 28” barrel, 98% of its crisp, original blued finish, a gorgeous one-piece smooth walnut stock with an inlaid accessory rail with a hand stop and sling ring, the original Lyman 77 High Target Globe front sight and Lyman 58E adjustable aperture rear sight, a Winchester blued 5-round mag, and a bright bore with sharp rifling and no erosion. This is a beautiful example of a scarce Wartime Winchester Model 75 Target.
Early 4-Digit Winchester Model 77 .22 Long Rifle LR 22" Tube Fed Semi-Automatic Rifle, C&R
Lot # 24 (Sale Order: 24 of 674)
Model: 77
Serial Number: 8595
Year of Manufacture: 1955-1959, as distinguished by the lack of a bolt hold open, which was introduced in 1960.
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Semi-Auto, Fed by Mag Tube
Barrel Length: 22” Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a “U”-notch elevator sight dovetailed to the barrel. The receiver is scope grooved.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece smooth walnut with a pistol grip, straight comb, checkered Winchester plastic buttplate, and cutout for the charging handle. The LOP measures 13 1/2” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttplate. There are no cracks or chips. There are a few scattered compressions. There is a scratch on the left side of the wrist. Overall, the stock rates in Excellent Condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains about 99% of the metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no operation wear. The blue is complete throughout the metal. There is some rust on the barrel exterior around the rear sight base. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions properly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 77 Semi-Automatic .22 Rifle was introduced in 1955, and offered in two variations, an 8-round clip fed version, and a 15-round tubular magazine fed version available at a higher price. Winchester ceased production of the Model 77 at the end of 1962 after manufacturing around 217,000 rifles.
This Early 4-Digit Serial Number Winchester Model 77 Semi-Auto Rifle was made between 1955-1959, as distinguished by the lack of a bolt hold open, which was introduced in 1960, and is in Excellent Condition. It features a 22” barrel, 99% of its lustrous, original blued finish, elegant two-piece smooth walnut stocks, a scope grooved receiver, and a bright bore with sharp rifling and no erosion. Seize the opportunity to win this gorgeous tube fed Winchester Model 77.
Pre-64 Winchester Model 74 .22 LR 22" Semi-Auto Rimfire Rifle & Saturn Boone Scope, 1951 C&R
Lot # 25 (Sale Order: 25 of 674)
Model: 74
Serial Number: 296524A
Year of Manufacture: 1951
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Semi-Auto, Fed by Buttstock Magtube
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “296524A”. The left side of the barrel is marked “MADE IN NEW HAVEN. CONN / -U.S. OF AMERICA-”, “-WINCHESTER- / -TRADE MARK-”, and “MODEL 74- / 22 L. RIFLE-”. The top of the barrel and receiver are marked with Winchester “WP” proofs. The optic is marked “SATURN / ‘XX’”.
Barrel Length: 22” Round
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a “U”-notch elevator sight dovetailed to the barrel. The left rear of the receiver is mounted with a 1950s vintage Saturn Boone “XX” 2.5x fixed magnification scope with fine crosshair reticle. The sight picture is clear and the glass is clean. The sight rates in Excellent Condition.
Stock Configuration and Condition: The stock is one-piece smooth walnut with a semi-pistol grip, straight comb, and checkered steel buttplate. The LOP measures 13 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. There are a few minor compression marks. Overall, the stock rates in Excellent Condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no wear. There is thinning and oxidation around the muzzle as well as minor thinning on the edges of the charging handle. There is finish loss around the edges of the optic base. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in Excellent Condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: This rifle comes with the aforementioned mounted Saturn Boone XX 2.5x scope.
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 74 Semi-Automatic .22 Rifle, launched in 1939, represents an innovative chapter in the evolution of self-loading rimfire rifles. Constructed with an 8.5” long steel tube receiver just 1” in diameter, the Model 74 integrated a blowback-operated bolt and a tubular magazine nestled within the buttstock, demonstrating a unique engineering approach for the era. One of its notable features was the ability to remove the bolt from the rear of the receiver, a design choice that significantly simplifies maintenance and cleaning from the rear, unlike most vintage semi-automatic rimfire rifles. Visually, the Model 74 is immediately recognizable due to the squared-off rear of its action, reminiscent of the "humpback" profile of the classic Browning Auto-5 shotgun. Additionally, the safety mechanism of the Model 74 is distinct—a flat, knurl-ended crossbolt meticulously dovetailed into the top of the receiver, enhancing both safety and ease of use. The rifle’s ergonomic design extends to its svelte charging handle, which is strategically positioned in a slot on the right rear of the action, directly above the trigger. This placement optimizes ease of operation for right-handed shooters, allowing them to quickly chamber a round with a simple wrist rotation and a hook of the forefinger. Originally released only in .22 Short, the Model 74 expanded its offerings in January 1940 with the addition of a .22 Long Rifle version. The .22 Short version was discontinued in 1952, and production of the Winchester Model 74 ceased altogether after 1955, with about 406,574 made during its production run.
This Post-War Winchester Model 74 Semi-Auto Rifle was made in 1951 and is in Excellent Condition. It features a 22” barrel, 98% of its lustrous, original blued finish, a beautiful one-piece smooth walnut stock, a bright bore with sharp rifling and no erosion, and a wonderful 1950s vintage Saturn Boone XX 2.5x scope mounted on the left rear of the receiver, with clean glass, a clear sight picture, and a fine crosshair reticle.