Winchester 52-D Target M-12 CMP .22LR Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle 1963
SOLD FOR: $1,130.00
LSB#: WY240914RR002
Make: Winchester
Model: 52 Type D Target or M12 (Military Designation)
Serial Number: 108846D
Year of Manufacture: 1963
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Single Shot, Bolt Action, Rimfire Target Rifle
Markings: The left of the barrel is marked “-WINCHESTER / -TRADE MARK- / -MADE IN U.S.A.-“, “-MODEL 52-22 L. RIFLE- / -WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL-” and with an ovalled “WP” proof. The proof is also marked on the left of the chamber ring next to the serial number “108846D” and a hand scribed “U.S.”. The right of the chamber is marked “WINCHESTER / TRADE MARK”. The bottom of the bolt has “108846” hand-scribed.
Barrel Length: 28”, This is a Heavy Target barrel for the 52D.
Sights / Optics: The top of the barrel is installed with three sight blocks. The front block has a Redfield Olympic Model globe sight mounted. The left side of the receiver has an aperture sight base screwed to it and is mounted with a Redfield International Match aperture sight..
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a one-piece smooth walnut with beavertail forend, pistol grip, straight comb, and serrated black rubber Winchester buttpad. The forend has an inlet 13 ½” factory accessory rail. The front edges of the forearm are drilled for 2 screws which are part of the adjustable barrel bedding system. The screws bear against the free floating barrel. The wood shows several scrapes, scratches and compression marks. Many have damaged small portions of the surface wood. The accessory rail has light wear from installing and removing accessories. The LOP measures 13 1/2” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The pad shows wear and discoloration. The stock is in Very Good overall condition for a C&R.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is semi bright. The rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. In the opinion of the writer the bore rates 8/10 for a C&R.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 90% of its metal finish. The metal shows scrapes and scratches.There is some standard operational and handling wear. The screwheads show use. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition for a C&R.
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: Included is a CMP certificate of authenticity and an open bold indicator. Please see our photos as to the condition of these items.
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 52 was a bolt-action .22-caliber target rifle introduced by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1920. For many years, it was the premier small-bore match rifle in the United States, if not the world. Known as the “King of the .22’s,” the Model 52 has been called by Winchester historian Herbert Houze “a perfection in design”. The Model 52 was finally discontinued in the 1980s because it was costly to manufacture, and its popularity had waned to expensive European rifles. The Model 52 underwent several changes over its life, and although different model names were not advertised, and the barrel markings remained the same, letter suffixes were added to the serial number to designate significant design changes.
This Model 52D was used by a military marksmanship team or by a military affiliated team. These rifles were designated as the M12. This M12 was purchased through the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) and comes with a CMP certificate. This rifle will make a nice benchrest rifle and add to a Winchester collection. Please see our photos and good luck on your bids.-C.M.
