Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic rifle for a penny-start auction, this is the Winchester 74.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 74
Serial: 83127
Caliber: .22 LR
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 74 is a streamlined, semi-automatic rimfire rifle that reflects Winchester’s push in the late 1930s to offer an affordable, reliable .22 while preserving the company’s reputation for sound engineering and practical accuracy. Manufactured by Winchester Repeating Arms Company, the Model 74 is chambered exclusively in .22 Long Rifle and operates on a simple blowback action designed for durability and ease of maintenance rather than refinement. One of its defining characteristics is its rear-fed tubular magazine, which loads through an opening at the back of the receiver rather than the more common under-barrel tube, giving the rifle a distinctive mechanical layout and clean exterior lines. The fixed barrel—typically just over 23 inches—contributes to a steady, muzzle-heavy balance that aids practical accuracy and smooth cycling during sustained fire. Externally, the rifle wears a straightforward blued finish and a plain hardwood stock with minimal ornamentation, reflecting its role as a working man’s plinker and small-game rifle rather than a deluxe sporting arm. Controls are intentionally simple, with a basic safety and charging arrangement that makes the Model 74 approachable for new shooters while remaining familiar to experienced hands. Produced from 1939 into the 1950s, the Winchester 74 occupies an important place in the company’s lineup, bridging the gap between Winchester’s finely machined prewar rimfires and the more utilitarian postwar designs, and it remains appreciated today for its distinctive rear-loading tube magazine, historical significance, and dependable performance.
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.
Model: 74
Serial: 83127
Caliber: .22 LR
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 74 is a streamlined, semi-automatic rimfire rifle that reflects Winchester’s push in the late 1930s to offer an affordable, reliable .22 while preserving the company’s reputation for sound engineering and practical accuracy. Manufactured by Winchester Repeating Arms Company, the Model 74 is chambered exclusively in .22 Long Rifle and operates on a simple blowback action designed for durability and ease of maintenance rather than refinement. One of its defining characteristics is its rear-fed tubular magazine, which loads through an opening at the back of the receiver rather than the more common under-barrel tube, giving the rifle a distinctive mechanical layout and clean exterior lines. The fixed barrel—typically just over 23 inches—contributes to a steady, muzzle-heavy balance that aids practical accuracy and smooth cycling during sustained fire. Externally, the rifle wears a straightforward blued finish and a plain hardwood stock with minimal ornamentation, reflecting its role as a working man’s plinker and small-game rifle rather than a deluxe sporting arm. Controls are intentionally simple, with a basic safety and charging arrangement that makes the Model 74 approachable for new shooters while remaining familiar to experienced hands. Produced from 1939 into the 1950s, the Winchester 74 occupies an important place in the company’s lineup, bridging the gap between Winchester’s finely machined prewar rimfires and the more utilitarian postwar designs, and it remains appreciated today for its distinctive rear-loading tube magazine, historical significance, and dependable performance.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
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Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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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