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Winchester .22 LR Model 52 Sporter
Guns International #: 102778712 Seller's Inventory #: WR61182
Category: Winchester Rifles - Model 52 - Winchester Rifles - Bolt Action
Seller's Information
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Seller: Gulf Breeze Firearms
Company: Gulf Breeze Firearms
Member Since: 3/7/07
First Name: Duke
State: Florida
Country: United States
Phone: (850) 932-4867
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 145
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: credit card, certified funds
Description:
Winchester .22 Long Rifle Model 52 Sporting Rifle
Winchester introduced the Model 52 in 1919 as a bolt action rimfire target rifle and it had a better locking system than most rimfire target rifles on the market. Around 1934 Winchester offered the Model 52 Sporting Rifle which had a shorter and lighter weight barrel and was stocked with "Extra Finish" fancy grade walnut with a lighter, "sporter" style stock. In the same configuration as the Model 54, and later the Model 70 Super grades, the 52 Sporter had a right hand cheekpiece, inletted "Super Grade" type sling swivels, a capped pistol grip, a checkered steel butt, a checkered pistol grip and a fancy "diamond" checkering pattern on the forend with a black composite forend tip. The Model 52 action was slightly changed throughout its history and had many model designations (e.g. Model 52, 52-A, 52-B, 52-C, and 52-D) and the sporter saw some slight changes in its stock shape during its run that ended in 1958.
This Model 52 Sporting Rifle was made in 1939 and this is the first version of the Model 52 sporter with the original style safety on the left side of the receiver and the lower profile comb and cheekpiece. Factory Lyman #57 peep sight mounted to the receiver. All Model 52 barrels had their front sight ramps forged into the barrel as does this one with a removable sight hood. In addition, the rifle has a period correct Weaver side mount and ¾" Weaver J4 telescopig sight. Checkered steel butt plate, 24" lightweight barrel, and a five shot “Winchester” detachable magazine.
The rifle remains in good condition with about 80% original varnish, and about 95% original blue. The bore is excellent. Someone has scratched what looks like a social security number on the bottom metal. Just an honest Sporter in good original condition.
Price: $3,200.00
Rifle Caliber: .22 Long Rifle