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Custom Eng'd Winchester M.63 Semi-Auto Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Custom Eng'd Winchester M.63 Semi-Auto Rifle
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Custom Finished and Engraved Winchester Model 63 Semi-Automatic Takedown Rifle, #154344A, .22 LR cal., blue finish, 23'' barrel with sporting rear sight and beaded blade front sight; frame and triggerguard have shell theme scroll and border engraving with side panel scenes of rabbits and squirrels in a style similar to the original Winchester #8 engraving pattern, with a slightly different scroll pattern on top of frame; triggerguard has a push-button safety. Custom pistol-grip stock and forend are matte finished figured walnut with sharp diamond checkering. Length of pull is 13-3/8'' to a metal buttplate; original mfg. date is ca. 1957. Condition is very good to fine as customized; bore is fouled and partially oxidized with light scratches on the muzzle. Receiver assembly has 100% reblue over light pitting with 98% original blue on barrel and forend cap with small scattered patches of red oxidation; the cocking rod finish is worn with beginning oxidation. Screw heads are slightly marred and stock has a few small handling marks and checkering runouts. Bore is fouled and partially oxidized with light scratches on the muzzle. Est.: $800-$1,200. (C&R)