Winchester Model 52D U.S.-Marked Single-Shot .22 LR Target Rifle, 28 Inch Heavy Barrel, Redfield 60 Sight, Globe Front, 1965
This Winchester Model 52D is a U.S.-marked, single-shot .22 LR target rifle from 1965 with a 28-inch heavy round barrel made of Winchester Proof Steel. It features the D-variant solid-bottom receiver, a polished bright bolt with round knob, and factory target appointments including a Redfield 60 micrometer aperture rear sight, a globe front sight with sunshade, and barrel-mounted target scope blocks. The walnut target stock includes a beavertail forend and inletted T-slot accessory rail.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Light handling marks are present, with signs of moderate prior use.
What’s Included
- Redfield 60 micrometer aperture rear sight (installed)
- Globe/tunnel front sight with sunshade (installed)
- Barrel-mounted external-adjustment target scope blocks (installed)
- Hard rifle case
The Model 52D configuration is a purpose-built single-shot target variant with a solid-bottom receiver. This example is marked "U.S." above the serial, aligning with the U.S.-marked production found on certain 52D rifles. The D-suffix receiver and polished, bright-finished bolt with round knob are consistent with this series.
The 28-inch heavy round barrel is Winchester Proof Steel and is rollmarked "WINCHESTER - MODEL 52 - 22 L. RIFLE -". The rifle retains a blued finish and carries the Winchester "WP" proof, "WINCHESTER TRADE MARK" receiver ring marking, and "MADE IN U.S.A." barrel marking.
Target sighting equipment is installed, including a Redfield 60 micrometer aperture rear sight and a globe/tunnel front sight with sunshade. Barrel-mounted target scope blocks are fitted for external-adjustment target scopes.
The walnut target stock features a beavertail forend and an inletted T-slot accessory/handstop rail. A rubber buttplate with a white-line spacer is installed, and the length of pull measures 13.75 inches.