Winchester Model 1902 Single-Shot Bolt-Action .22 Short/.22 Long Rimfire Rifle, 18 Inch Tapered Barrel
This Winchester Model 1902 is a single-shot bolt-action rimfire rifle produced in the early 20th century, notable for its straightforward design and broad production run. It features an 18 inch round tapered barrel, simple barrel-mounted open sights, and a one-piece straight-grip hardwood stock with a hard rubber Winchester trade-mark buttplate. Chambered for .22 Short and .22 Long, it uses a rear cocking-piece striker and was not serial-numbered, consistent with the model. The Model 1902 was made circa 1902–1931, with approximately 666,742 produced.
Condition
Overall Condition: Poor condition.
Bore Condition: Poor - Noticeable dirt, stains, significant corrosion or damage.
Bore Fouling: Severe Fouling - Extensive corrosion, pitting, or erosion.
Bore Rifling: Poor Rifling - Rifling heavily worn or filled with fouling or debris.
Specific Condition Notes: The action is functional. There is widespread rust and pitting. The stock is cracked and broken in multiple spots.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 1902 single-shot rifle
Built in the United States by Winchester Repeating Arms, the Model 1902 is a classic rimfire trainer from its era. This example follows the model’s standard configuration with a round, tapered 18 inch barrel and barrel-mounted open sights: a blade front and a fixed V-notch rear.
It is chambered for .22 Short and .22 Long, with a 1-round capacity. The cartridge is loaded directly into the chamber, and the rifle uses a rear cocking-piece striker, consistent with the design of the series.
The one-piece straight-grip hardwood stock is paired with a hard rubber Winchester trade-mark buttplate. Length of pull is 13.5 inches, providing a straightforward fit that aligns with the rifle’s simple, utilitarian layout.
This model was produced circa 1902–1931 and was not serial-numbered. Approximately 666,742 units were made, placing this rifle within one of Winchester’s high-volume early rimfire lines. A takedown fore-end screw is present as part of the rifle’s hardware.