Winchester Model 61 .22 S/L/LR Pump-Action Rifle, 24-inch Barrel, Takedown, New Haven Production (1950–1951)
This Winchester Model 61 is a 1950–1951 New Haven-made pump-action rimfire with factory takedown construction and a smooth, pre-scope-groove receiver top. It features a 24-inch round steel barrel, interchangeable feeding of .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle, and a 14-round under-barrel tubular magazine. Winchester circled WP proofs on the barrel and receiver and the period-correct rollmark add clear, verifiable details.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle presents scattered scratches and finish blemishes consistent with its age. Small areas of pitting are visible in multiple locations on the exterior. The bore appears bright and clean.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 61 pump-action rifle
The Model 61 action is a classic pump design with an internal hammer and a milled steel receiver, delivering smooth cycling for .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle cartridges. The under-barrel tubular magazine has a stated capacity of 14 and uses a knurled inner-tube end cap with a single hanger band.
The 24-inch round steel barrel and blued finish match the rifle’s period configuration. Sights are iron, with a dovetailed front blade for a clear, traditional sight picture. The receiver top is smooth and ungrooved from the factory, reflecting its pre-scope-groove configuration.
Stock furniture includes a straight, uncheckered wood stock with a flat buttplate and a ribbed wooden forend that provides positive purchase when cycling. Length of pull measures 13.0 inches, offering a classic full-size handling profile.
Markings and proofs are correct: Winchester circled WP proofs are present on both the barrel and receiver, and the barrel is rollmarked 'MODEL 61 - .22 S L OR L R'. This rifle was manufactured in New Haven, Connecticut, during the early 1950s, aligning with its documented 1950–1951 production window.
The Model 61 also uses a factory takedown system, allowing the barrel and receiver assembly to separate from the stock for storage and transport without tools.