1980 Shot Show Kimber of Oregon Model 82 Cascade .22 LR 22″ Bolt Rifle
SOLD FOR: $2500
LSB#: 220925RL016
Make: Kimber of Oregon
Model: 82 Cascade
Serial Number: 1246
Year of Manufacture: 1979
Caliber: .22 LR
Action Type: Detachable Magazine Bolt Action Rifle
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “KIMBER OF OREGON, INC., CLACKAMAS, OREGON. U.S.A.”. The left of the receiver is marked “1246” and “Kimber MODEL 82”. The underside of the bolt handle is hand-marked “SN1246”. The left of the chamber is marked “CAL 22 LR”.
Barrel Length: 22”
Sights / Optics: There is no provision for iron sights. The top of the receiver has a male dovetail to mount rings and is installed with a pair of rings that hold a Kimber-branded Leupold 4x Kimber model scope. The scope has some light handling wear and a few little marks through the finish on the objective lens housing. The scope has a duplex reticle and the glass is clear. The scope rates in about Fine Plus condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is checkered deluxe claro walnut with a capped pistol grip, fluted monte carlo comb, and a checkered steel buttplate. There are a few small light compressions and a few marks through the finish. The most noticeable mark is on the left side of the stock at about the action. The checkering is strong with light rub wear. The LOP measures 13 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The plate has light handling marks. Overall, the stock is in about Fine Plus condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion but there are a few small machining marks.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. There is some light finish wear on the edge of the muzzle. There are a couple of little marks through the finish, most noticeable on the left side of the barrel between the markings. There are light handling marks. There is light operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a 5-round magazine, a 1980 dated Kimber dealer product announcement, the scope, and a letter to a previous owner from Jim McKinley (Kimber Service Manager).
Our Assessment: Founded in 1979, Kimber of America swiftly developed a reputation for high-quality rifles, predominantly due to their Model 82 rimfire rifles. Made in a variety of configurations, the Model 82 developed a well-deserved reputation for accuracy and was also introduced in some popular center-fire .22 and .17 calibers. Due to their accuracy and unparalleled build quality, the military decided to contact them for a trainer in the 1980s after the old trainers were worn out. This is a commercial Model 82 Cascade chambered in .22 LR, it has a 22? barrel paired with a deluxe claro walnut stock. This one is a special model, the barreled action was built by Jim McKinley who was the service manager for Kimber for nine years. The stock was originally a Classic stock, the stock this rifle sits in is a prototype Cascade stock. After completing the stock the rifle took a trip to the 1980 Shot Show where it received a good reception in its Cascade outfit and the Cascade model made it into the catalog. Mr. McKinley also checkered the bolt knob, a nice one-of-one feature you will not find on other Cascades. The rifle remained in the collection of Mr. McKinley until he eventually sold it, his letter is dated 2006. These are some of the nicest rimfires you can get your hands on and this one is made even cooler by its unique history. Please see our photos and good luck!
