![]() If one has an older firing pin Winchester will replace it to this day. Winchester issued a recall in 1990 which fixed the issue. Finally the steel magazines were very similar to the Model 88 magazines and held 4 rounds.Īs a short aside, the firing pins in these rifles are known to be brittle. The drilled and tapped receiver is ready for those who prefer an optic. ![]() Pleasantly, the gun comes with iron sights already installed. The standard 22 inch barrel is a comfortable length. Hitting the scales at 7.5lbs, the Winchester is reasonably light. Like many older designs, virtually all components are wood and steel. The safety is a cross-bolt design located at the front of the trigger guard. Aesthetically, the gas piston is hidden inside the stock which helps with appearances. The charging handle is part of an operating rod which cycles the action. The action is a gas-piston actuated rotating bolt design reminiscent of the M1 Garand. A Winchester Model 100 with see-through scope rings SpecificationsĪs stated above, the Model 100 is a semi-automatic rifle. However, over a quarter million rifles were produced and they are found on the used market to this day. That spelled the end of the commercial production. ![]() This is not the end of the world as it is entirely a fit and finish change and does not affect function.ĭue to rising costs of labour Winchester discontinued the Model 100 in 1973. The only change of note was the switch from checkered to pressed checkering. The Model 100 managed to survive the 1964 overhaul at Winchester relatively unscathed. Winchester chambered them in 308, 243, and 284 Winchester, with 308 being the most common. The Model 100 was originally introduced in 1961 as a companion for Winchester’s new box fed lever action, the Model 88. The Model 100 had a brief lifespan during a tumultuous time for Winchester. There are however, a few sleek semiautomatics for the woods one such gun is the Winchester Model 100. The larger magazines and unsightly lines of military descended semi automatics has also served to turn away potential fans. They typically sacrifice some accuracy compared to a bolt gun. ![]() $70). I am not an FFL dealer therefore, shipping is between my FFL dealer and your FFL dealer only.The semi-automatic has always been a point of contention in hunting camp. Picatinny scope base (2) are included for modern scopes, as pictured. Buyer pays for shipping/handling and Insurance which is determined at time of purchase (approx. Gun has been been sighted-in, used to hunt and is a dependable arm. Wood has excellent figure with minor dings and there is normal blueing wear on bottom (magazine) where gun was carried, typical for it's age. ![]() Beautiful stock has been recently oiled with BLO (2) w/Renaissance wax. The rifle has been disassembled and serviced by a gunsmith and is in excellent mechanical condition (NRA Modern). 308 caliber Semi-auto Serial Number 93756 manufactured in 1965. ![]()
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