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Winchester Model 52 Target Bolt Action Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:325.00 USD
Winchester Model 52 Target Bolt Action Rifle
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Winchester Model 52 Target Bolt Action Rifle, Pre-Speed Lock, #2640, .22 LR cal., 28" barrel, blue finish. One-piece pistol grip walnut stock with finger grooved forend, checkered steel buttplate, blued barrel band, and sling swivels. Sights include a globe front with post insert and ladder rear sight. Barrel with two scope blocks mounted between the barrel band and receiver; it is also drilled and tapped approx. 5" up from the barrel band, with plug screws. Includes one 5-rd. Winchester magazine, base is marked with a "W". Top of receiver and top of barrel next to the scope block are Winchester proofed. Mfg'd 1924. Condition is good. Barrel retains approx. 90% factory blue with general light blemishes and spots of patina, factory lettering is clear. There is moderate surface rust present on the front sight. Receiver retains approx. 50% flaking blue. Trigger guard has a mostly light brown patina, a portion may have been cleaned. Stock has been lightly sanded and re-oiled, now with very few handling marks. There has been a spliced repair/extension to the buttstock, a thin line and some wood filler is visible; LOP is 13-3/8". Replacement Winchester magazine is only lightly used. Action cycles smoothly. Bore is clean, rifling shows normal light wear but is still clearly defined. Est.: $550-$750. (C&R)