1952 Winchester Model 74 Semi-Auto .22

[1srelluc]

Here's a oddball Winchester, a Model 74 semi-auto in .22 LR made in 1952. It's in superb shape with a nice shiny bore.

It came with a side mount scope that was broke, so I took it off and put filler screws in the mount holes. The 24" barrel lets me still see the iron sights OK. I gave $150.00 for it.

Winchester Model 74 Review - Shooting Times

Fed by a 14-round magazine in the buttstock, the Winchester Model 74 features a top-side crossbolt safety.

www.shootingtimes.com

 

[lg325]

My Dads rifle same model but different year if my memory is correct1929? A great all around rifle.

 

[boevans]

My dad has one like that when I was little.

 

[1srelluc]

My Dads rifle same model but different year if my memory is correct1929? A great all around rifle.

They made them from 1939-1955 so likely a bit later.

The feeding is a bit strange as the cartridge "leaps" into the chamber much like many of the butt-feeders. Very fast.

 

[Grumpyolman]

I'm not familiar with that rifle, but I'm sure many young Americans were introduced to firearms with that one.

 

[lg325]