Winchester Model 1910 SL .401 Self-Loading Semi-Auto Rifle, MFD 1929 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,126.00
LSB#: LSB260225RB049
Make: Winchester
Model: 1910
Serial Number: 18891 (matching upper and lower)
Year of Manufacture: 1929 / ATF Classification: C&R
Caliber/Gauge: .401 Winchester Self Loading (.401 W.S.L.)
Action Type: Semi-automatic, blowback, accepts detachable magazines
Barrel Length: 20″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a white beaded blade dovetailed into the barrel. The rear sight is an adjustable elevation u-notch dovetailed into the barrel. There is a folding aperture sight mounted to the upper tang, which functions as intended.
Grip/Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture is two piece wood with a straight comb, semi-pistol grip, smooth forend, and a checkered synthetic buttplate. The buttplate shows light wear. The wood shows moderate wear with scattered pressure dings, scuffs, and scratches. The LOP measures about 13.75″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There is a repaired chip on the right side of the semi-pistol grip and a chip on the bottom of the semi-pistol grip. There is a faint crack on the left side of the forend running from the receiver. There is another faint crack running from the bottom left side of the forend cap. The final crack is located on the upper right side of the forend running from the cap. The rear sling swivel has been removed. This furniture rates in Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is semi-bright and the rifling is fairly sharp with stubborn fouling. There is light erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 8/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 70% of its metal finish. The barrel finish is fairly strong while the receiver shows edge wear and moderate fading. There are moderate handling and operational marks. The screw heads are lightly tooled and retain turnable slots. The markings are clear and complete. Overall, this rifle rates in Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Two 4rd magazines
Our Assessment: This Winchester Model 1910 Self-Loading rifle was manufactured in 1929 and qualifies as a Curio and Relic firearm. Produced by Winchester, the Model 1910 was the most powerful of Winchester’s early self-loading rifle series, following the Models 1903, 1905, and 1907. Designed for sporting and law enforcement use during the early 20th century, the 1910 represented one of the first commercially successful semi-automatic centerfire rifles in America.
Chambered in .401 Self-Loading with a 20 inch barrel, this rifle fires the proprietary .401 SL cartridge, developed to provide substantial stopping power in a semi-automatic platform. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 8 out of 10, indicating solid internal condition with strong rifling. The action functions correctly. Two 4 round magazines are included.
This rifle retains approximately 70 percent of its metal finish, showing honest wear consistent with age and use. The furniture rates in Good condition with visible but typical handling marks. Overall, this rifle rates in Good condition and stands as a desirable example of a late-production Winchester Model 1910 SL chambered in the distinctive .401 Self-Loading cartridge. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! -C.R.