Anschutz Modell Match 64 .22 LR Bolt-Action Target Rifle – West German Cold War Production
The Anschutz Modell Match 64 earned its reputation as a lighter, competition-ready alternative to the famed Match 54. Built in West Germany during the Cold War, this single-shot .22 LR features a cold-hammer-forged barrel, a crisp two-stage adjustable trigger, and an ergonomic beech stock equipped for UIT/ISSF accessories. Its provenance and purpose-built design make it a solid choice for precision shooters and collectors alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair – shows extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – clean and shiny with minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good – well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The stock and metal surfaces display scattered scratches and handling marks. Light rust speckling and small areas of pitting are visible on the exterior metal but do not affect function.
What’s Included
- Anschutz Modell Match 64 single-shot .22 LR rifle
Introduced in 1966, the Match 64 action was engineered as a streamlined platform for UIT/ISSF small-bore events. Its reduced receiver mass delivers a notably shorter lock-time compared to heavier competition rifles of the era.
The 26-inch medium-heavy chrome-moly barrel is cold-hammer-forged for uniform rifling and ends in a precision target crown. Six-groove right-hand rifling supports consistent bullet stability, contributing to the model’s long-standing match record.
An adjustable two-stage trigger lets the shooter fine-tune weight and sear engagement, a critical advantage for prone and benchrest disciplines where break quality can decide scores.
The beechwood stock offers a Monte Carlo comb, pistol grip with thumb-shelf, and a wide beavertail fore-end. An underside UIT accessory rail accepts hand-stops or bipods, and the 13.5-inch length of pull accommodates most adult competitors.
A factory 11 mm dovetail on the blued steel receiver accepts match aperture sights or optics mounts. West German nitro proof marks confirm pre-reunification manufacture, adding historical interest to an already capable target rifle.