Winchester Model 75 Sporter .22 LR Bolt-Action Rifle, 25" Barrel, 1948 Pre-64 Production
Built in 1948, this Winchester Model 75 Sporter represents the mid-production era of Winchester’s renowned pre-64 rimfire line. With its 25-inch barrel, controlled-feed twin-extractor bolt, and oil-finished walnut stock, the rifle delivers the classic handling and accuracy that made the Model 75 a favorite among target shooters and small-game hunters. A period Weaver 3–6x rimfire scope and factory Lyman 57E receiver sight add original 1940s versatility, while the inclusion of both 5- and rarely seen 10-round magazines increases practical appeal for collectors and shooters alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle shows scattered scratches, finish blemishes, and light surface rust consistent with normal field use.
What’s Included
- Weaver 3–6x ¾-inch tube scope mounted in tip-off rimfire rings
- Lyman 57E receiver aperture sight with companion front aperture (loose)
- One 10-round factory steel magazine
- One 5-round factory steel magazine
Produced during the coveted pre-64 period, this Model 75 Sporter carries serial number range 48,***, placing it firmly in Winchester’s 1948 output—well within the total run of roughly 89,000 rifles made from 1938-1958. Collectors value these mid-production guns for their polished hot-blued finish and solid steel construction.
The Sporter variant features a 25-inch barrel that balances naturally with the walnut stock’s 13.25-inch length of pull. Winchester’s twin-extractor controlled-feed bolt ensures positive extraction and smooth cycling, hallmarks of the Model 75 platform and its U.S. Navy/Marine Corps training-rifle lineage.
The rifle retains its factory-installed Lyman 57E receiver sight, allowing precise aperture adjustments for target work. For hunters or shooters who prefer glass, a vintage Weaver 3–6x scope in ¾-inch rings is already mounted, providing era-correct magnification without altering the rifle’s clean lines.
Sling swivel studs, a steel butt-plate, and a graceful pistol-grip wrist complete the classic sporter configuration. The combination of two detachable magazines—one standard 5-round and one less common 10-round—adds practical flexibility and collectibility.