Golden State Arms Santa Fe Model 1945 Sporter (Winchester Model 1917) Bolt-Action Rifle, 22 in Barrel, Blued, 5-Round
Built on a U.S. Model of 1917 Winchester receiver and converted by Golden State Arms in Pasadena, California, this Santa Fe Model 1945 is a classic mid-century sporter. It features a 22-inch sporter barrel, a cock-on-close action, and distinctive Santa Fe stock details with a branded ventilated recoil pad. Period markings and thoughtful sporterization make this example a notable piece from the 1950s–1960s era.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: There are scratches and blemishes present. Light rust and pitting are visible.
What's Included
- Golden State Arms Santa Fe Model 1945 bolt-action rifle
Converted by Golden State Arms as the Santa Fe Model 1945, this rifle retains the strong lineage of its U.S. Model of 1917 Winchester receiver while adopting a streamlined sporter configuration. Receiver markings include "U.S. MODEL OF 1917 WINCHESTER" and "SANTA FE MODEL 1945 / GOLDEN STATE ARMS CORP PASADENA CALIF."
The action is bolt-operated with cock-on-close function, and the bolt body is left in the white with the classic dog-leg handle. As part of the sporterization, the receiver sight ears were milled off. A fixed internal box magazine provides a 5-round capacity.
The rifle wears a 22-inch carbon steel sporter barrel and a blued finish on the receiver and barrel. Iron sights include a ramped front with a dovetailed blade and a barrel-mounted open rear sight with an adjustable notch.
The hardwood stock is configured in sporter style with a finger-groove fore-end, contrasting fore-end tip spacers, and sling swivels. A Santa Fe-branded ventilated recoil pad sets the length of pull at 14.0 inches, offering a traditional hunting-rifle fit.
The barrel is not marked with a designated caliber. .30-06 Springfield snap caps were able to load and cycle through this rifle. It is recommended to verify caliber with a local qualified gunsmith.