Winchester Model 121 .22 LR Single-Shot Bolt-Action Rifle, Blued Steel, Hardwood Stock, 20.75 in Barrel
The Winchester Model 121 is a straightforward American-made .22 LR single-shot bolt-action rifle produced from 1967 to 1973, with approximately 72,561 manufactured. It features an open-top receiver, a factory-spec 20.75 inch round steel barrel, and plain hardwood furniture. Its simple iron sights and manual safety round out a utilitarian design that highlights Winchester’s focus on reliability and clean function.
Condition
Overall Condition: Poor condition.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There is a large crack in the stock where the wood meets the receiver. Several nails are embedded into the stock near the crack.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 121 .22 LR single-shot bolt-action rifle
Produced in the United States from 1967 to 1973, the Model 121 stands as Winchester’s single-shot companion to the repeating Models 131 and 141 of the same era. Total production is documented at approximately 72,561 units, giving this model clear historical context within Winchester’s rimfire lineup.
The action is a bolt-operated, single-shot design with a capacity of 1. The open-top receiver and ejection port simplify loading and unloading. A manual safety provides straightforward, user-controlled handling.
The rifle uses a factory-spec 20.75 inch round steel barrel and a blued steel receiver. The overall blued finish provides a classic look consistent with the period and Winchester’s rimfire construction standards.
Sighting is via open iron sights, combining a ramped front with a rear leaf and step elevator for simple, positive adjustments. The stock is plain hardwood with a straight comb, uncheckered surfaces, a pistol-grip style profile, and a black hard buttplate.