Winchester Model 71

jlp

October 21, 2015 11:30

Does anyone know the value of a Winchester model 71-348
in 348 caliber. It appears to be about 50% give or take,
it has swivels for a strap and checker wood. The barrel
is short, about 20 inches

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  jlp

  October 21, 2015 11:30

  A few months ago, I ended up with a Winchester model 71 made in 1936.
  What is the story on this rifle and caliber? I know it was discontinued in 1955 or 1956 but why?
  A .348 is a pretty hard hitting cartridge. Was it just time for something new or did another manufacturer drive Winchester to discontinue?

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  CapnMidnight

  October 21, 2015 14:23

  The model 71 in question was built in 1949, and is a short tang variation.
  Bert will have to answer your grip cap question, as I am not completely positive my answer is correct.
  W.D.

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  jlp

  October 21, 2015 15:24

  delete

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  Bert H.

  October 21, 2015 20:07

  The checkering on that Model 71 is not factory original, and it is a standard Model 71 rifle versus a Special (deluxe).
  
  Can you provide the complete serial number to me? I wrote & published and article about the Winchester Model 71 a few years ago that covers all of the production details, and I would like to add this rifle to my survey.

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