Rare Winchester Model 61 "For Shot Only" Mfg. 1951
Description:
Selling rare and fine Pre-64 Winchester's from a friend’s personal collection. This is one of several that will be listed soon.
You are looking at an excellent condition, factory original, Winchester Model 61 (For Shot Only), Mfg. 1951, caliber 22 long rifle, 24” round BBL, exceptional bore, smooth top receiver. Has the correct 17 groove fore-end and checkered steel butt plate.
This Winchester Model 61 (For Shot Only) is 8” Winchester counter bored which is correct and the bore diameter measures correctly at .265 from the muzzle with a No. 81 front bead sight and no rear sight.
This beautiful Model 61 “For Shot Only” rifle has the correct Winchester proof mark.
Stock set is in great condition with very few handling marks on rear stock & fore-end. Bluing is fantastic on this rifle. One very small surface level scratch in the blue on the right side of the receiver.
Summary information on this rifle:
- Bore is excellent
- Bluing and walnut wood set in excellent shape, very few handling marks
- Correct 8” Winchester counter bore and a .265 bore diameter. Confirmed this with several model 61 collectors
- Winchester proof mark positioned correctly
A wonderful and rare piece to add to any personal Winchester collection. This rifle was manufactured in 1951.
I require $100 for shipping the rifle insured with adult signature upon arrival. If packing and shipping are less, the cost to you will be less before it is shipped or refunded after.
Please feel free to email me with any questions you may have or ask for additional photos.
I have a "NO RETURN" policy; exceptions are possible after having conversation with buyer. So please look over the pictures, ask any questions you may have or additional photos.
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Kind Regards
Curio/Relic: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Manufacturer:
Winchester
Model:
61
Serial Number:
154xxx
Barrel Length:
24
Bore Info:
.265 at the muzzle end
Condition:
Excellent
Metal Condition:
Excellent
Wood Condition:
Excellent, Minor Handling Marks
Bore Condition:
Excellent
Barrels:
Round
Action:
Pump
Stock Heel:
Checked Steel Butt Plate
Fore End:
17 Groove
Manufacture Date:
1951
Extras:
Smoothbore
Price:
$5,400.00