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Winchester Model 43

PJ
Hello All,

I am currently in the process of researching the Model 43 for an article that I am writing about it. Thus far, I have surveyed nearly (500) rifles, and have identified the timeframe and serial number transition point for all of the known production changes. What I have not determined (yet) is why the serial number was moved from the front left side of the frame ring to the front right side, and the letter "A" was added on the end of the serial number. What I am asking/looking for, is for anyone that has an early production Model 43 (serial number 1 - 6000) to contact me to discuss the exact physical configuration of your rifle. I will ask for pictures (and may ask to use them in my article).

Additionally, if you have a Winchester Model 43 (any serial number), and would like to contribute to my research survey, please send me a PM, or an email (Win1885@msn.com), or post the information in a reply to this topic. I can a specific date of manufacture for any Model 43 serial number from the Winchester PR records.

Thanks,
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  • PJ
    I've been told if you want to know what it's worth put it on gb., but i don't want to sell her. Can anybody tell me what a model 43 in 25-20 w/lyman reciever sights would be worth. I think that everything is original and the gun is in very good shape. excellent blue with only a very few minor stock dents. I enjoy shooting it except the reciever peep sight. For me, give me a scope or iron sights.
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  • Bert H.
    Hello PJ...

    The 50 year-old requirement is Federal... not PRK driven. That said, approximately 62,600 Model 43s were manufactured from 1949 - 1957, and the serial number that you listed might or might not be 50 years old as of this moment.

    Bert H.

    Real Men use a SINGLE-SHOT!
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  • PJ
    Bert:
    California strictly enforces the Federal 50 year rule. There are many rifles on the BATFE C & R list which are not 50 years old--Pre 64 Winchesters, Winchester Commemeratives, etc.--which are not C & R elligible in California as they are not 50 years old. Just another joy of living on the left coast. It looks by the S/N that I am out of luck!
    Pete

    "Be kind to your neighbor, he knows where you live"
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  • Bert H.
    quote:Originally posted by PJ
    Bert:
    California strictly enforces the Federal 50 year rule. There are many rifles on the BATFE C & R list which are not 50 years old--Pre 64 Winchesters, Winchester Commemeratives, etc.--which are not C & R elligible in California as they are not 50 years old. Just another joy of living on the left coast. It looks by the S/N that I am out of luck!
    Pete

    "Be kind to your neighbor, he knows where you live"


    Pete...

    I have been living in Anaheim for the past 22 months, and I have bought several C&R Winchesters (mostly from Little John's) with no problems. Admittedly, my C&R License has my permanent Washington state address on it, but I have had zero problems none the less. Maybe Mark C. can shed some light on this.

    Bert H.

    Real Men use a SINGLE-SHOT!
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  • PJ
    Bert:
    I'm sure the Washington address did the trick. Maybe I need to go on a road trip to Nevada or Oregon.
    Pete

    "Be kind to your neighbor, he knows where you live"
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