Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this American-made bolt-action .22 caliber rifle for a penny-start auction; this is the Winchester 75 Target!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 75 Target
Serial: 5623
Date of Manufacture: 1939
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 28"
Optics/Sights: Winchester 99A Telescope Height Front Sight with Post and Extra Aperture and Winchester 84A Extension Rear Peep with Quarter Minute Clicks for Windage and Elevation
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Pistol Grip Target Stock
Action: Bolt-Action Rifle
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 75 Target rifle, introduced in 1938, was Winchester’s deliberate response to the growing demand for a precision rimfire rifle that balanced performance with affordability. While the famed Model 52 was already dominating the high-end smallbore competition scene, the Model 75 Target was developed to serve as a more accessible training and match rifle without sacrificing core quality. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle, it featured a 28-inch heavy-contour barrel, a solid bolt-action design, and a substantial walnut stock with a beavertail fore-end to aid stability during prone and benchrest shooting. The rifle came standard with a micrometer-adjustable Lyman 57E rear aperture sight and a hooded post front sight, giving shooters the fine control needed for precision shooting. The action was simple but robust, and the single-stage trigger, while not match-grade, was clean and consistent, well-suited for both novice and intermediate-level competitors. Its receiver was grooved to accommodate scope mounts in later models, reflecting its gradual adaptation to evolving shooter preferences.
Model: 75 Target
Serial: 5623
Date of Manufacture: 1939
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 28"
Optics/Sights: Winchester 99A Telescope Height Front Sight with Post and Extra Aperture and Winchester 84A Extension Rear Peep with Quarter Minute Clicks for Windage and Elevation
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Pistol Grip Target Stock
Action: Bolt-Action Rifle
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 75 Target rifle, introduced in 1938, was Winchester’s deliberate response to the growing demand for a precision rimfire rifle that balanced performance with affordability. While the famed Model 52 was already dominating the high-end smallbore competition scene, the Model 75 Target was developed to serve as a more accessible training and match rifle without sacrificing core quality. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle, it featured a 28-inch heavy-contour barrel, a solid bolt-action design, and a substantial walnut stock with a beavertail fore-end to aid stability during prone and benchrest shooting. The rifle came standard with a micrometer-adjustable Lyman 57E rear aperture sight and a hooded post front sight, giving shooters the fine control needed for precision shooting. The action was simple but robust, and the single-stage trigger, while not match-grade, was clean and consistent, well-suited for both novice and intermediate-level competitors. Its receiver was grooved to accommodate scope mounts in later models, reflecting its gradual adaptation to evolving shooter preferences.
The Model 75 Target soon established itself as a cornerstone in civilian marksmanship programs, NRA competitions, and military training academies during the 1940s and 1950s. It proved especially popular in ROTC programs and junior rifle clubs, where its blend of durability, accuracy, and moderate price made it ideal for high-volume training environments. Though it never matched the mechanical refinement or competitive dominance of the Model 52, the 75 Target earned a loyal following by delivering impressive out-of-the-box performance that could rival more expensive rifles in the hands of skilled marksmen. Its hefty build and quality materials allowed it to endure decades of use, and it remains in circulation today among collectors and vintage target shooters who value its historical significance and honest mechanical simplicity. The Winchester Model 75 Target is remembered not just as a "budget" rifle but as a critical stepping stone that helped expand American marksmanship in the mid-20th century, leaving behind a legacy of accessibility, reliability, and understated excellence.
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.
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.
Additional Details
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