Win. Model 52

vandj1318

November 04, 2015 10:33

Hello All,

Which Winchester Model 52 is typically used in shooting competition? Does it depend on a class? Thank you.

Jim

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  swearengine

  November 04, 2015 10:44

  A-E were all used but as progressed they became single shot rifles with various accessories; hooked butt, palm rest, Olympic sights, speed lock, etc.
  
  What are you planning to do?
  
  A, B, C all came in sporter configurations, plus target models. The D & E only came in target configurations.

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  vandj1318

  November 04, 2015 12:05

  I'm a greenhorn and was looking at a Sporter and wasn't sure if it classified.

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  RCrosby

  November 04, 2015 12:27

  Van,
  Depends on the competition and maybe even local interpretations of the applicable rules.
  Find out where you'll be competing and get in touch with folks involved at that level.
  A 52 could be anything from ideal to simply not allowed, depending.
  The more information you can give us the more replies you'll get along with all kinds of great info. A very knowledgable crowd around here.
  Rob

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  perry shooter

  November 04, 2015 14:28

  Be aware there was a Model 52 sporter That was not made by the original Winchester but I think a remake made by browning a Winchester Sporter model 52 would be in the thousands of Dollars

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  MG1890

  November 04, 2015 14:58

  I shoot a heavy C and a heavy D in informal benchrest. The C shoots better.
  
  Probably any version is legal for 3 position, but the heavys would be the best choice if you can handle the weight. The standard barrels are scary accurate too, though.
  
  Bull barrels are rare and valuable.
  
  Buy several versions and shoot what you can!

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  49 harley

  November 04, 2015 15:12

  Years back I used to shoot a 52B in BR-50 competition. Still have her, Bull-Barrel config. Always felt limited by the mechanical trigger and weight handicap, Just couldn't keep pace with the $ game. Others were spending the bigbucks on Time-Precision, Remington 40X, and countless others. Keep an eye out for 52C and up with pendulum trigger and newer. Big difference between 1-1/2 lb. and 2 oz.!! Best advice, try to keep it fun!! You'll find the most money will be spent on Eley, Federal UM1 and good ammo as the MOST important. Enjoy

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  Dokey

  November 05, 2015 05:44

  What do you mean by pendulum trigger? Are you referring to the Micro Motion trigger or one of the aftermarket triggers like the Canjar or Kenyon?

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