J.C. Higgins Model 30 (583.71) Semi-Auto Rifle .22 LR 24in, Blued, Wood Stock, 12rd
This J.C. Higgins Model 30 (Sears 583.71) is a semi-automatic .22 LR rifle with a 24 inch barrel, blued finish, and a plain wood stock. It is identified by factory-style barrel markings that include "J.C. HIGGINS MODEL 30 U.S. PAT.
PENDING / SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. 583.71" and a right-side marking that reads "CHAMBERED FOR .22 L.R. ONLY." Notable features on this example include an under-barrel tubular magazine with a knurled end cap and a retractable sling integral to the stock.
CONDITION
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The metal and/or wood show some scuffs, and there are mild areas of pitting.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Red sling/strap (pictured with the rifle)
This Model 30 is chambered in .22 LR and uses a semi-automatic action with an under-barrel tubular magazine. The magazine is capped with a knurled end cap, and the capacity is reported as 12 rounds.
The rifle is fitted with open iron sights, including a blade front sight on a ramped base and a barrel-mounted rear notch-and-elevator style rear sight. These details match the straightforward, utilitarian sighting setup commonly found on classic rimfire rifles of this type.
The wood stock is plain with no visible checkering and is paired with a grooved/ribbed black buttplate that features an inset "J.C. Higgins" emblem/crest. A distinctive feature of this stock is the retractable sling integral to the stock, along with overlapping forend "ears" around the receiver.
Markings include "U.S. PAT. PENDING" and the Sears, Roebuck and Co. identification with the 583.71 reference number as part of the barrel address/ID marking. Reference material commonly identifies the J.C.
Higgins Model 30 as High Standard-made for Sears.