Winchester Model 52C Target 28” 22 LR Bolt Action Mag Fed Rifle C&R 1960
SOLD FOR: $1,726.00
LSB#: WY240801RM007
Make: Winchester
Model: 52 Type C Target
Serial Number: 100752C
Year of Manufacture: 1960
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Bolt Action, detachable magazine fed, Rimfire Target Rifle ( No Magazine provided)
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 “100752C”. The right of the chamber is marked “WINCHESTER / TRADE MARK” and hand scribed “US PROPERTY”. The bottom of the bolt has “100752” hand-scribed.
Barrel Length: 28” Heavy Round Barrel
Sights / Optics: The top of the barrel has three sight-block mounts screwed to it towards the rear of the barrel. The front block is mounted with a Redfield Olympic Globe sight. The left side of the receiver is mounted with a Redfield Palma aperture sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is smooth walnut with beavertail forend , pistol grip, fluted straight comb, sling loop in the belly. and a checkered metal buttplate. The forend has an inset 4” factory accessory rail mounted to the bottom, with 6 drilled and tapped holes for accessories. There are some scattered nicks, dings, scuffs and scratches. There are no chips or cracks. The accessory rail has wear from installing and removing accessories. The LOP measures 13 1/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The pad has moderate wear on its edges. The stock is in about Very Good overall condition for a C&R.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10 for a C&R.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows operational and handling wear. There are a few light nicks and scratches. The action shows operational wear. The screw heads range from sharp to tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in Very Good condition for a C&R.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The trigger breaks crisply with no over-travel. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with a mag sled.
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 lost its way 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. The 52C rifle is in Very good condition with 99% of its metal refinish, a strong bore, and good mechanics. This rifle will make a nice benchrest rifle for the lucky winner or addition to a Winchester collection. Please see our photos and good luck on your bids!-C.M
