Make: Winchester
Model: 57
Serial Number: 3538
Year of Manufacture: 1927-1936, C&R
Caliber: .22 Short
Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle fed by Detachable Magazine
Barrel Length: 21 1/2”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade that is dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight has two flip up positions, the first being a V notch and the second being a flat rectangle with white triangle aiming reference, this sight is dovetailed to the barrel. A Lyman fully adjustable rear sight is attached to the left of the receiver.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a one-piece walnut featuring a barrel-banded forend, a pistol grip, a straight comb, two sling loops, and a serrated metal buttplate. The stock shows a couple of small compressions and light scuff marks. There are no chips or cracks present. The LOP measures 13” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The buttplate is in Very Fine condition. The wood to metal fit is tight. This stock rates in about Fine to Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is fouling in the grooves. In this writer’s opinion, this bore rates a 9.5 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its original metal finish. The metal shows a few light scuffs and scratches. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine to Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes one original Vintage Winchester blued 5 round magazine. The magazine is in great shape, and stamped on the bottom of the floor plate with its maker, "MADE IN U.S.A / WINCHESTER / TRADE MARK / PAT. NOV. 25, 1919".
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 57 is the target version companion to the Model 56, and is an ideal rifle for younger or smaller shooters. Like a few other Winchester rifles of the time, sales were lower on the Model 57 due to the Great Depression, and as such, fewer were made. This example is in Great condition, showing light use. This rifle has a bright bore, strong mechanics, and retains 98% of its original blued finish. This nicely preserved Model 57 is a must have for any Winchester collection.
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