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ap3572001
I recently got into Garands. I noticed rigth away that Garands with Winchester receivers get alot of attention. Even if other parts are mixed. Why? Other that the winchester marking on the reciever is there any difference?
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  • cbyerly
    As far as I know, the only other "special" Winchester is the one with win-13 on the receiver leg. I would never pay a premium for any other.
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  • ap3572001
    What do You mean
    WIN-13"?
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  • nmyers
    Winchesters were only produced during WW2, & production was only a fraction of the Springfield Armory M1's made, about 514,000. So, they really are uncommon, especially in original configuration. Plus, there are many Winchester collectors who seek these, just for the Winchester name.

    WIN-13 is the last major variation (of 3) produced; they have unique receivers & other parts. But, there are other rare variations, too.

    Neal
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  • mark christian
    Winchesters were only produced during WWII and in numbers far fewer than Springfield Armory; roughly 500,000 Winchesters vs. 3 million WWII Springfields. That makes then rare and the Winchester name always adds value to anything. WIN-13 is the final production block of Winchester M1s, which number approx. 41,000, making them even rarer than typical Winchesters. You'll also find the International Harvester M1s, which were produced in slightly fewer numbers as the Winchesters, will also bring a big premium.
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  • ap3572001
    How do I know if mine is a WIN-13? Also , does Winchester name on the rifle makes a difference on value even on MIXED PARTS GUNS form CMP?
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  • mark christian
    quote:Originally posted by ap3572001
    How do I know if mine is a WIN-13? Also , does Winchester name on the rifle makes a difference on value even on MIXED PARTS GUNS form CMP?


    Look at the drawing number on the receiver leg. Here is a typical Winchester marking.
    [img][/img]WinM111.jpg

    If you have a WIN-13 then it will be stamped WIN-13. In a mixed parts rifle a Winchester receiver will bring a premium over any other mixed parts rifle.
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  • ap3572001
    Got it! Thank You !!! I will check it out right now.
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