Mossberg No. 46B .22 LR Bolt-Action Rifle | 26" Blued Barrel, Walnut Monte Carlo Stock, 1938–1949 Production
Produced in the late 1930s through the 1940s, the Mossberg No. 46B pairs a 26-inch chrome-moly barrel with a high-capacity tubular magazine that holds 19 rounds of .22 LR—or up to 30 rounds of .22 Short. Its takedown design, early Monte Carlo comb, and adjustable 2.5–5 lb trigger give this rimfire a mix of practical field utility and collector appeal. Non-serialized pre-1968 manufacture further underscores its period authenticity.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The oil-finished walnut stock shows scattered scratches and small blemishes consistent with regular range use. Metal surfaces display light rust spots and minor pitting in isolated areas. The bore is clean and shiny with crisp rifling.
What’s Included
- Mossberg No. 46B .22 LR bolt-action rifle
The 46B’s takedown system uses a single captive action screw, allowing the rifle to break down quickly for transport or cleaning without risking lost hardware.
Mossberg gave this model an adjustable trigger—not common on rimfires of the era—letting the shooter fine-tune pull weight between roughly 2.5 and 5 pounds.
The walnut stock features an early Monte Carlo cheek-piece and semi-pistol grip, providing a raised sight line and modern handling feel well ahead of its time. Factory sling swivel studs add field versatility.
Sights consist of a ramp front blade (hood removed) paired with a folding leaf rear, offering a clear, traditional sight picture for small-game or target work.
With its blued chrome-moly steel receiver and barrel, high magazine capacity, and U.S. production roots, this 46B represents a solid example of pre-war Mossberg rimfire engineering.