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WINCHESTER Model 55 Lever Action TAKEDOWN .30 WCF Cal. C&R Sporting Rifle EARLY PRODUCTION Winchester w/ 20,500 Produced
Guns International #: 102514157 Seller's Inventory #: 226399
Category: Winchester Rifles - Model 55 - Winchester Rifles
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
WINCHESTER Model 55 Lever Action TAKEDOWN .30 WCF Cal. C&R Sporting Rifle
EARLY PRODUCTION Winchester w/ 20,500 Produced
Here we present a C&R Winchester Model 55 Lever Action Rifle manufactured in New Haven, Connecticut in 1925. In the mid-1920s the handy Model 94 was losing sales. Consequently, in 1924 Winchester introduced an “updated” version of the Model 94 rifle. The company dubbed it the Model 55 (not to be confused with the Winchester Model 55 top-loading, single-shot .22 rimfire of later years), in keeping with a similar policy for the Model 1892, which had become the Model 53.
The earliest guns were made as takedowns, as is this example, a nod to the popularity during that era of storing guns in closets or trunks or transporting them via bicycle or in suitcases. In 1930, solid-frame Model 55s were made available. Extra-order options, such as shorter or longer barrels, double-set triggers and half-octagon barrels, are known to exist. In 1932, with approximately 20,500 guns made, the Model 55 was discontinued to make way for the Winchester Model 64. There were enough spare parts in Winchester’s inventory, however, to keep the Model 55 in production until 1935, even though it was no longer catalogued.
The overall condition is very good. Original finish. The action is excellent. The bore is bright with sharp rifling. The stock shows use and remains solid and smooth. A thoughtful riff on the Model 1894 in .30-30 that is quite scarce and has the early number!
This firearm is classified as Curio & Relic.
Barrel: 24 inches
Caliber: .30-30 WCF
Overall condition as seen in photos.
Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING. Will need to be sent to your local FFL. This firearm is classified as Curio & Relic.
Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.
ancestryguns
$2375
#226399
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes