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1952 Winchester Model 71 Pre-64 .348 WCF 24" Big Bore Lever Action Lyman
Guns International #: 103644525 Seller's Inventory #: 38456
Category: Winchester Collectible Firearms - Winchester Rifles - Lever Pre-64
Seller's Information
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Seller: National-Armory
Member Since: 5/3/24
State: Pennsylvania
Zip: 15108
Country: United States
Phone: (724) 457-8060
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 42
Total Number of Listings: 69
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: CREDIT CARD, MONEY ORDER, CASHIER'S CHECK, PERSONAL CHECKS
About Us: We are a large online and brick & mortar retailer near Pittsburgh, PA. We deal in new firearms as well as historical, classic, and vintage firearms. Ask us about C&R on applicable items! National Armory follows all local, state, and federal laws. It is the buyer's responsibility to know their laws before purchasing. Prices do not include shipping.
Description:
MANUFACTURER: WINCHESTER
MODEL: MODEL 71 STANDARD
YEAR MANUFACTURED: 1952 PRE-64 PRODUCTION ERA
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: UNITED STATES
SERIAL NUMBER: 38456
ARMORY MARKS: “WINCHESTER MODEL 71 – .348 W.C.F.” / “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” / “MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S. OF AMERICA”
CALIBER: .348 WINCHESTER CENTER FIRE (.348 WCF)
CAPACITY: 4+1 ROUNDS
BARREL LENGTH: 24.00"
BARREL FEATURES: WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL MARKINGS, HALF-LENGTH TUBULAR MAGAZINE
RIFLING: 6-GROOVE, 1:12" RH TWIST
OVERALL LENGTH: 42.00"
LENGTH OF PULL: 13.25"
OPERATING SYSTEM: TUBULAR MAGAZINE FEED SYSTEM
ACTION: LEVER-ACTION
TRIGGER: SINGLE-STAGE TRIGGER
IRON SIGHTS: LYMAN 66A MICROMETER REAR PEEP WITH RAMP FRONT BLADE
STOCK: AMERICAN WALNUT STRAIGHT-COMB WITH STEEL BUTTPLATE
GRIP: SMOOTH WALNUT
FIREARM FINISH: BLUED
CONDITION: GOOD - STRONG BORE
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: PRE-64 WINCHESTER PRODUCTION, LEGENDARY .348 WCF CHAMBERING, CLASSIC BIG-BORE NORTH AMERICAN LEVER GUN CONFIGURATION, DESIRABLE GUIDE RIFLE PLATFORM
WHAT’S INCLUDED: RIFLE
The Winchester Model 71 is one of the last true kings of the classic American lever-action era, and this 1952-produced example absolutely drips with old-school Northwoods swagger. Built during Winchester’s coveted pre-64 manufacturing period, the Model 71 was purpose-built for hunters chasing serious game in unforgiving country. Chambered in the hard-hitting .348 Winchester Center Fire, this rifle earned its reputation in Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, and deep timber bear country where reliability meant survival.
The .348 WCF remains one of the most respected big-game lever-action cartridges ever designed. Throwing heavy bullets with tremendous authority, the cartridge delivers deep penetration and decisive terminal performance on elk, moose, black bear, and large-bodied game at practical hunting distances. Combined with the smooth cycling action and excellent balance of the Model 71, this rifle still feels incredibly capable in the field even by modern standards. The addition of the Lyman 66A micrometer peep sight dramatically sharpens sight acquisition and practical accuracy for serious woods hunting.
This rifle carries the exact kind of honest field character collectors and hunters love to see in a vintage Winchester. The walnut furniture shows authentic handling wear and hunting impressions while the metal finish remains impressively strong for a rifle that likely spent decades riding trucks, horses, cabins, and hunting camps. The 24-inch barrel gives the .348 cartridge excellent velocity while maintaining the graceful handling characteristics that made the Model 71 famous. Everything about this rifle feels purposeful, rugged, and undeniably American.
For many Winchester collectors, the Model 71 represents the final evolution of the great Browning-designed lever-action lineage before manufacturing changes transformed the industry forever. Pre-64 examples continue to command enormous respect due to their machining quality, forged components, and old-world fit and finish. The .348 WCF chambering alone has become a cult favorite among lever-gun enthusiasts because of its rarity, power, and unmistakable recoil signature. Rifles like this are becoming increasingly difficult to locate in clean, unmolested sporting configuration.
This Winchester doesn’t just sit in a safe looking pretty — it tells a story the second you pick it up. The smooth lever throw, deep blue finish, worn walnut, and classic receiver sight transport you straight back to postwar American hunting camps and snow-covered timberlines. Whether you’re a serious Winchester collector, a lever-action fanatic, or someone chasing the romance of old-school North American hunting rifles, this Model 71 delivers the kind of soul modern rifles simply cannot replicate. This is the kind of rifle that makes grown men grin like idiots when they rack the lever.
***Please see pictures for condition and wear***
SHIPPING INFORMATION:
IF THE ITEM YOU PURCHASE IS C&R ELIGIBLE, WE WILL ACCEPT A C&R LICENSE
WE TRY TO SHIP FIREARMS THE SAME DAY PAYMENT/FFL IS RECEIVED.
WE SHIP TO ALL 50 US STATES
IF YOU WANT INSURANCE FOR THE FINALAMOUNT PLEASE SELECT “OTHER”
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
*MONEY ORDER
*CERTIFIED CHECK
*CASHIER’S CHECK
*CREDIT CARD (3% FEE)
*IF PAYING BY CHECK PLEASE MAKE CHECK OUT TO: NATIONAL ARMORY
Layaway is available on purchases of $749.99 and above, see Additional Terms of Sales for details.
PROCEDURES:
IF YOUON A GUN AND DECIDE TO CANCEL YOURWE ARE UNABLE TO DO THAT FOR YOU PER GUN ’S POLICY. IF THE ENDS AND NO OTHER BIDS HAVE COME IN ON THAT GUN AND YOU STILL DO NOT WANT IT YOU WILL BE SUBJECT TO A 20% RESTOCKING FEE
SALES TAX:
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STATE & LOCAL LAWS:
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DISCLAIMER
All pre-owned firearms offered by National Armory are thoroughly inspected by our on-site gunsmith to ensure they are in proper working condition. While test firing may or may not be conducted, all firearms are evaluated for basic function and safety. It is solely the buyer’s responsibility to be familiar with and comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding firearm ownership and accessory restrictions, including but not limited to magazine capacity and prohibited features. All sales are final.
Price: $3,499.99
Curio/Relic: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .348 Winchester
Manufacturer: WINCHESTER
Model: 71
Serial Number: 38456
Barrel Length: 24
Bore: STRONG
Condition: GOOD
Metal Condition: GOOD
Wood Condition: GOOD
Bore Condition: GOOD
Action: LEVER