Winchester Model 52D Target 28” .22 LR Single Shot Bolt Action 1964 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,105.00
LSB#: WY240904RM028
Make: Winchester
Model: 52 Type D Target
Serial Number: 116347D
Year of Manufacture: 1964
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 “116347D”. The right of the chamber is marked “WINCHESTER / TRADE MARK”. The bottom of the bolt has “105264” hand-scribed.
Barrel Length: 28” Heavy Round Barrel
Sights / Optics: The top of the barrel has two sight-block mounts screwed to it, two at the rear and a spot for a third at the front for a front sight .
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is smooth walnut with beavertail forend, pistol grip, fluted straight comb and serrated black rubber Winchester White-Line buttpad. The forend has an inlet 13.625” factory accessory rail mounted to the bottom. 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 3/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The pad has light wear. 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 mostly bright, the rifling is sharp. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10 for a C&R.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 96% of its metal finish. There are a few light nicks and scratches. The action shows light 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: None
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 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. This is a model 52D which appears to have seen responsible use. The rifle is in Very good condition with 96% of its metal finish, 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
