Description
Item Description
Model: 63
Serial: 101323A
Date of Manufacture: 1951
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 19"
Optics/Sights: Bead Blade Front with Folding Leaf Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Straight Grip Stock and Forearm
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 63 is a beautifully crafted, historically significant .22 Long Rifle semi-automatic that stands as one of Winchester’s finest rimfire offerings. Featuring a 19-inch blued barrel and a smooth walnut stock with a straight grip and matching forearm, this rifle exudes classic American styling. The bead blade front sight and folding leaf rear sight provide a reliable, traditional sight picture, perfectly suited for plinking, small game hunting, or target shooting. Its semi-automatic action, refined over decades of Winchester innovation, delivers consistent and smooth cycling—a hallmark of its advanced design for the era. Originally introduced in 1933 as a successor to the Winchester Model 1903, the Model 63 was the final evolution of T.C. Johnson’s early self-loading rifle designs, first patented in 1901. While the Model 1903 used a proprietary .22 Winchester Automatic cartridge, the Model 63 was chambered in the far more popular .22 Long Rifle, helping it achieve greater commercial success. Production paused during World War II as Winchester shifted its focus to military arms, but resumed in 1946 and continued until 1958, with a total of 174,692 rifles manufactured. Rising manufacturing costs and changing production methods eventually led to its quiet discontinuation. However, its reputation endured, and the rifle was reintroduced briefly in the late 1990s by Miroku of Japan, highlighting its enduring appeal among collectors and shooters. With its superb craftsmanship, smooth operation, and classic styling, the Winchester Model 63 remains a cherished piece of American firearm history.
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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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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