Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this vintage single-shot rimfire rifle for a penny start auction, this is the J.C. Higgins Model 103.18 (Manufactured by Marlin) chambered in .22 S, L, & LR w/ 24" Barrel, Cock-on-Opening Bolt & Smooth Hardwood Stock.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: J.C. Higgins / Sears, Roebuck & Co. (Manufactured by Marlin Firearms Co.)
Model: Model 103.18 (Marlin Model 100 Pattern)
Serial: NSN (Pre-1968 Production / No Serial Number)
Caliber: .22 Short, Long, or Long Rifle (.22 S, L & LR)
Finish: Blued Steel Barrel & Receiver w/ Chrome-Plated Bolt Assembly
Barrel Length: 24" Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Elevator-Adjustable Open Rear Sight & Bead Front Sight
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Pistol-Grip Stock w/ Black Buttplate
Action: Bolt-Action Single-Shot Rifle w/ Manual Rear Cocking Knob
Markings: Top barrel stamped "J.C. HIGGINS - MODEL 103.18 - .22 CAL. / SEARS, ROEBUCK & COMPANY - S L & LR".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Distributed under Sears, Roebuck & Co.'s famous J.C. Higgins house brand and manufactured by Marlin Firearms (based on the reliable Marlin Model 100 platform), the Model 103.18 is a classic mid-century American youth and utility single-shot rifle. Simple, safe, and built to last generations, it features a manual pull-knob cocking indicator system on the rear of the bolt that allows young shooters or beginners to safely load a chambered round before cocking the action to fire. Chambered to accept cheap and versatile .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle cartridges interchangeably, these vintage store-brand bolt guns offer timeless nostalgic charm and straightforward mechanical reliability.
This specific example is an authentic Sears-distributed J.C. Higgins Model 103.18 single-shot bolt-action rifle. Chambered in .22 S, L, & LR, it features a 24-inch steel barrel, blued finish, chrome bolt handle w/ safety rear cocking knob, open iron sights, and a smooth hardwood stock. Preserved in clean original condition w/ pleasant vintage patina, a bright bore w/ distinct rifling, and smooth bolt mechanics, this J.C. Higgins 103.18 is a turn-key classic rimfire rifle ready for backyard target plinking, pest control, or addition to any collection of vintage American catalog rifles.
Model: Model 103.18 (Marlin Model 100 Pattern)
Serial: NSN (Pre-1968 Production / No Serial Number)
Caliber: .22 Short, Long, or Long Rifle (.22 S, L & LR)
Finish: Blued Steel Barrel & Receiver w/ Chrome-Plated Bolt Assembly
Barrel Length: 24" Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Elevator-Adjustable Open Rear Sight & Bead Front Sight
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Pistol-Grip Stock w/ Black Buttplate
Action: Bolt-Action Single-Shot Rifle w/ Manual Rear Cocking Knob
Markings: Top barrel stamped "J.C. HIGGINS - MODEL 103.18 - .22 CAL. / SEARS, ROEBUCK & COMPANY - S L & LR".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Distributed under Sears, Roebuck & Co.'s famous J.C. Higgins house brand and manufactured by Marlin Firearms (based on the reliable Marlin Model 100 platform), the Model 103.18 is a classic mid-century American youth and utility single-shot rifle. Simple, safe, and built to last generations, it features a manual pull-knob cocking indicator system on the rear of the bolt that allows young shooters or beginners to safely load a chambered round before cocking the action to fire. Chambered to accept cheap and versatile .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle cartridges interchangeably, these vintage store-brand bolt guns offer timeless nostalgic charm and straightforward mechanical reliability.
This specific example is an authentic Sears-distributed J.C. Higgins Model 103.18 single-shot bolt-action rifle. Chambered in .22 S, L, & LR, it features a 24-inch steel barrel, blued finish, chrome bolt handle w/ safety rear cocking knob, open iron sights, and a smooth hardwood stock. Preserved in clean original condition w/ pleasant vintage patina, a bright bore w/ distinct rifling, and smooth bolt mechanics, this J.C. Higgins 103.18 is a turn-key classic rimfire rifle ready for backyard target plinking, pest control, or addition to any collection of vintage American catalog rifles.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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