Winchester Model 52 Sporter 1993 Re-Issue .22 LR Bolt Action Rifle & Box

SOLD FOR: $1126.93

LSB#: 210925MZ02

Make: Winchester, made in Japan by Miroku

Model: 52 Sporter, 1993 Re-Issue

Serial Number: BS4504

Year of Manufacture: Ca. 1993

Caliber: .22 Long Rifle

Action Type: Detachable Magazine Fed Bolt Action Rifle

Markings: The left of the barrel is marked -“WINCHESTER / PROOF STEEL”-, “MODEL 52”, -“WINCHESTER / -TRADE MARK-“-, “22 LONG R.-” and with an ovalled “WP” proof. The left of the receiver is marked with the serial number. The right of the chamber ring is marked “WINCHESTER / TRADE MARK”. The right of the barrel is marked “MADE IN JAPAN / IMPORTED TO NEW HAVEN, CT. U.S.A.”. The bottom metal is marked “SPORTING”, “O T” and “PULL”.

Barrel Length: 24”

Sights / Optics: The receiver is drilled, tapped and filled for scope bases, but none are present. There is no provision for iron sights.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is checkered walnut with an ebony nose cap, capped pistol grip, straight comb with cheekpiece, checkered steel Winchester buttplate, and sling mounts front and rear. The stock has no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. The checkering is sharp. The LOP measures 13 3/8″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The plate has no notable wear with sharp checkering and lettering. Overall, the stock is in Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with a two-piece red cardboard Winchester box with serial-matching label, a single 5-round magazine, a manual and Winchester factory hang-tag. The box shows scattered storage wear with a minor puncture in the tray-portion of the box at the muzzle. The magazine has no notable wear or damage.

Our Assessment: This Winchester 52 was one of the finest rimfire target rifles in the world, called “Perfection in Design” by firearms author Herbert Houze. While Winchester discontinued the model in 1980, they would re-introduce the Sporting model in 1993 with production by Miroku in Japan. This is one such example in Excellent condition, appearing to have spent more time in the included factory box than out. This is sure to make a fine shooter, but with its limited production and high condition, it may also interest Winchester collectors. Please see our photos and good luck!