Winchester Model 24 Field Grade 12 Gauge Side-by-Side, 30-Inch, 1949 Production
This Winchester Model 24 Field Grade is a post-war side-by-side produced in 1949, one of fewer than 117,000 Model 24 shotguns built before the line ended in 1958. Chambered for 12 gauge with 2 3/4-inch chambers and 30-inch barrels, it offers classic Winchester quality in a package prized by shooters and collectors alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: This shotgun shows scattered scratches and blemishes on the metal surfaces and walnut furniture. Light rust and pitting are present on the barrels and receiver. The bores remain clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 24 Field Grade 12 Gauge shotgun with aftermarket ventilated recoil pad installed
Serial number 67158 places this gun in the 1949 production run, giving it early-postwar appeal and collectible status. The Model 24 is known for its internal striker (hammerless) design and robust slab-sided receiver, features that distinguish it from other American doubles of the period.
The 30-inch carbon-steel barrels are blued, joined by a matted solid rib, and wear fixed Modified (right) and Full (left) chokes—an ideal setup for classic field applications. Extractors lift spent shells for easy removal while keeping the action simple and reliable.
An automatic tang safety, double triggers, and silver bead front sight provide traditional controls familiar to side-by-side enthusiasts. The walnut stock sports a semi-pistol grip and smooth fore-end, with the length of pull extended to 14.25 inches by an aftermarket ventilated recoil pad.
With production numbers well under common Winchester models, and this example’s solid mechanical condition, the gun delivers both shooting utility and collector interest.