Winchester Model 71 – .348 WCF – Redfield Peep – Like Win 1886 – MFG 1946

This is a no reserve penny auction for a Winchester Model 71 lever-action rifle in .348 WCF. Serial number- 23283. Mfg Dated 1946. This rifle is in beautiful condition for its age with a fantastic bore. It features a 24-inch barrel and a Redfield peep sight. A slightly modified version of the Browning-designed Winchester Model 1886, it was only chambered for the .348 Winchester round; except for an extremely rare .45-70 Government and .33 WCF. It was also the only firearm that ever used that cartridge. The Model 71 was conceived as a replacement for both the Model 1886 and Model 1895 as a complement to the Winchester Model 70 bolt-action rifle. The rifle and cartridge were very effective against any North American big game in heavy timber, including the great bears, if using the 250-grain bullet. It was once very popular for hunting in Canada and Alaska.

Please refer to the photos as a small crack is seen on the bottom corner of the butt stock.