Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this limited-production Canadian-made semi-automatic rifle for a penny-start auction; this is the Winchester Model 490.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 490
Serial: J024012
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 22"
Optics/Sights: Hooded Front Post with Adjustable U-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: One-Piece Checkered Walnut Pistol Grip Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 490 is a lightweight semi-automatic rimfire rifle that was produced by Winchester Repeating Arms Company during the 1970s and early 1980s as an affordable and practical sporting rifle for hunters, recreational shooters, and plinkers. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle, the Model 490 utilized a simple blowback-operated semi-automatic action that earned a reputation for dependable performance and ease of maintenance. Unlike many traditional wood-stocked rimfire rifles of the period, the 490 featured a more modern design with an alloy receiver that helped reduce overall weight while maintaining durability. The rifle fed from a detachable box magazine, allowing for quick loading and unloading and providing a convenience that many shooters appreciated in the field and on the range. Typically equipped with a hardwood stock, blued barrel, and open sights, the Model 490 offered a balance of simplicity, reliability, and affordability that made it appealing to a wide variety of shooters. Its relatively light weight and comfortable handling characteristics made it especially suitable for carrying during long days of small-game hunting or casual shooting sessions. Mechanically, the rifle was designed to function with a broad range of .22 LR ammunition, and many examples developed a reputation for dependable operation and respectable accuracy. In practical use, the Model 490 excelled as a general-purpose sporting rifle, equally at home hunting squirrels and rabbits, teaching new shooters the fundamentals of marksmanship, or providing inexpensive recreational shooting. While it never achieved the widespread fame of some competing rimfire rifles, the Winchester 490 remains appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts as a well-made representative of Winchester’s rimfire offerings during the latter half of the twentieth century. Today, surviving examples continue to provide reliable service and are valued for their lightweight design, detachable magazine system, and connection to Winchester’s long tradition of American sporting firearms.
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: 490
Serial: J024012
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 22"
Optics/Sights: Hooded Front Post with Adjustable U-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: One-Piece Checkered Walnut Pistol Grip Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 490 is a lightweight semi-automatic rimfire rifle that was produced by Winchester Repeating Arms Company during the 1970s and early 1980s as an affordable and practical sporting rifle for hunters, recreational shooters, and plinkers. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle, the Model 490 utilized a simple blowback-operated semi-automatic action that earned a reputation for dependable performance and ease of maintenance. Unlike many traditional wood-stocked rimfire rifles of the period, the 490 featured a more modern design with an alloy receiver that helped reduce overall weight while maintaining durability. The rifle fed from a detachable box magazine, allowing for quick loading and unloading and providing a convenience that many shooters appreciated in the field and on the range. Typically equipped with a hardwood stock, blued barrel, and open sights, the Model 490 offered a balance of simplicity, reliability, and affordability that made it appealing to a wide variety of shooters. Its relatively light weight and comfortable handling characteristics made it especially suitable for carrying during long days of small-game hunting or casual shooting sessions. Mechanically, the rifle was designed to function with a broad range of .22 LR ammunition, and many examples developed a reputation for dependable operation and respectable accuracy. In practical use, the Model 490 excelled as a general-purpose sporting rifle, equally at home hunting squirrels and rabbits, teaching new shooters the fundamentals of marksmanship, or providing inexpensive recreational shooting. While it never achieved the widespread fame of some competing rimfire rifles, the Winchester 490 remains appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts as a well-made representative of Winchester’s rimfire offerings during the latter half of the twentieth century. Today, surviving examples continue to provide reliable service and are valued for their lightweight design, detachable magazine system, and connection to Winchester’s long tradition of American sporting firearms.
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.
We strive to ship orders within the close of the following business day after payment and documentation is received.
Payment Details
We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.
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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Additional Information
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1182701382 |
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2026-06-28 21:00:00 |
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