Excellent Winchester Model 62A Gallery Gun Pump Action Takedown Rifle & Box
Our Assessment: The Model 62 rifles started production in 1932 and proved extremely popular over the years, more so for aesthetic reasons than for their accuracy. Dead flat receivers, round barrels, outstanding wood-to-metal fit—the craftsmanship and work ethic that went into the guns was valuable to the shooters at the time, and this value remains to this day with collectors. This Model 62A was MANUFACTURED in 1955, it includes its original factory box and has matching serial numbers on the receiver and tang. This example is in Great shape, showing light use. This a nicely crafted firearm that looks like it has stories to tell and should prove a fun addition to any collection. Please see our photos, good luck and happy bidding!
Make: Winchester
Model: 62A
Serial Number: 369299
Year of Manufacture: 1955
Caliber: .22 Short
Action Type: Pump Action Takedown Rifle with Tubular Magazine
Barrel Length: 23"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade that is dovetailed to the barrel, the rear sight is an adjustable U notch elevator sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The two piece wood stock features a smooth straight grip, serrated slide handle, straight comb and hard rubber buttplate. Showing a few minor scuffs, compressions and scratches. The LOP measures 13" from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stocks rate in about Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with sharp rifling, showing freckles of light erosion. There are two bulges halfway down bore, and two more shallow bulges near the muzzle. In this writer's opinion, this bore rates a 7 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The metal shows a few light handling and storage marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This Winchester includes its original serial matching box and manual.
CA LEGALITY: C&R: YES, CA DEALER Transferable: YES
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