Winchester Model 1907 .351 SL 20” (C&R) Early Semi-Automatic Rifle 1909
SOLD FOR: $4,000.00
LSB#: 241207AA267
Make: Winchester
Model: Model 1907
Serial Number: 16529
Year of Manufacture: 1909 (C&R Eligible)
Caliber: .351 Winchester Self-Loading (.351 SL)
Action Type: Blowback-Operated Semi-Automatic, Detachable Box Magazine
Barrel Length: 20”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade, and the rear sight is an elevator-adjustable notch, standard for the Winchester self-loading rifle series.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The rifle features a walnut stock and forearm, exhibiting handling marks and wear consistent with age. The wood remains structurally solid, with a well-aged patina that complements the rifle’s historical significance. There are no major cracks or splits, and it rates in very good overall condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: This rifle includes a detachable box magazine, which is in very good condition with minor handling wear.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is semi-bright with strong rifling. There is light fouling but no major erosion, and in this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 8/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 90% of its original finish, showing light edge wear and minor handling marks. The receiver and barrel exhibit only mild signs of age-related wear, with some light patina in areas. The markings remain sharp and legible, and the screw heads are serviceable with only minor wear. Overall, this rifle rates in very good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The blowback-operated semi-automatic action cycles as intended. 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: One detachable magazine is included.
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 1907, introduced in 1907, was one of the first commercially successful semi-automatic rifles, chambered in .351 Winchester Self-Loading. Designed for law enforcement, hunting, and even military use, the Model 1907 was ahead of its time, offering a powerful straight-walled cartridge in a semi-automatic platform. It was used by French forces in World War I, American police forces in the 1920s and 1930s, and even saw use among infamous lawmen and outlaws of the era.
This example, manufactured in 1909, is an early production piece and remains a well-preserved representation of this historically significant rifle. With 90% of its original finish retained, a solid bore, and an included detachable magazine, this rifle is in very good condition. The .351 SL cartridge is a fast-moving round, making this rifle a powerful option for its time, used for both law enforcement and big game hunting.
For collectors of early semi-automatic firearms, this is an excellent piece of Winchester history. The Model 1907 was a precursor to modern semi-auto rifles and holds a unique place in American firearms development. Whether for display, historical research, or as a functioning example of an early semi-auto rifle, this Winchester 1907 is a worthy addition to any collection. So bid high and bid firm. Please take a look at the condition in our high-quality photos. Good luck with your bid. -K.F.
