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Winchester Model 52 .22 LR SN 78762C

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:800.00 - 1,400.00 USD
Winchester Model 52 .22 LR SN 78762C
Desirable bolt action target rifle chambered in .22 Long Rifle, manufactured circa 1953. The model 52 is regarded by many as one of the finest small-caliber rifles ever built. It features a blued finish, 28" heavy bull barrel, Redfield Olympic globe front sight, and a Redfield Olympic peep sight mounted on the left side of the receiver, installed scope blocks, wide serrated trigger, Manuel safety on the right side of the receiver, polished bolt, push button magazine release has been removed, making the factory 5 round magazine un detachable, magazine has been modified that the follower does not depress for single-shot shooting. Knurled metal buttplate and smooth walnut bench rest type pistol grip shoulder stock with inlayed accessory rail in the forend. A clear plexiglass block that holds 10 .22 LR shells id attached to the right stock under the bolt. Rifle exhibits approximately 94% of it's original finish showing light edge wear. Action is smooth, bore is very good/bright, strong rifling. Wood is very good/sound with minor scratches/handling wear. Perfect for competitive target shooting. Brown leather sling attached. NRA condition-Very Good. C&R Firearm.