Single shot rifles we have a wide variety of single shot rifles for sale in many calibers and designs. This is a conversion of a french 1822 rifle to a single shot bolt action, using a newly manufactured receiver. A concept borrowed from shotguns, the slide action or pump action rifle dates to colts circa 1885 lightning series carbines. See the article in the newest american hunter magazine. An indispensable mustread volume for all winchester high wall and low wall collectors, dealers, gunsmiths, and enthusiasts.
The photography and textcombine to give an in depth history of these winchesterrifles. Winchester also produced a large number of single shots in. Winchester rifles single shot for sale guns international. Looking on an old winchester, single shot, lever action. The winchester model 67 was a single shot, boltaction. The winchester model 370 uses a topcocking lever, breakdown type of action with an automatic shell ejector. Sep 30, 2016 archaeological evidence shows that the indians were armed with as many as 150 or more repeating rifles, which greatly outmatched the single shot carbines carried by custers men.
Although the winchester single shot gained fame under the winchester brand name, it was john moses browning that designed the rifle, selling the rights to winchester. A trove of new information on the model 1885detailed biographies of the men who made winchester a legend the secrets of winchester s model room the art and precision of the w. This book has it all for the 1885 enthusiast, as well as for anyone who has an interest in john browning, winchester repeating arms, single shot rifles, andor the beginnings of the modern gun industry here in america. This site provides values and information on firearms in a convenient online pricing guide format, and allows you to find out what your used guns are worth. Made in the last year of production and in nib condition with papers and hang tag. To satisfy the needs of the shooting and hunting public, the model 1885 single shot was eventually produced in more calibers than any other winchester rifle. Brownings first design and patent, and it was first single shot to be built by winchester. In 1985 browning reintroduced the famous winchester model 1885 singleshot rifles in popular calibers, but under the browning name. The book is full of pictures, diagrams and information about the 1885, including every modification and improvement this rifle went through during its long years in production. All five of the grant single shot rifle books are excellent references for both the casual and serious collector of single shot rifles, as well as for those interested in the history of single shot cartridge rifles found in america. Contact 275 winchester avenue morgan, ut 84050 8003333288 8018762711. Sep 06, 2018 singleshot rifles work very well for lefthanders. Start reading winchester leveraction rifles weapon book 42 on your kindle in under a minute. Ray said hi if you go to the rimfirecentral winchester forum and post those pictures you will get a great response the m.
The winchester single shot a history and analysis by john campbell this classic book covers every aspect of this highly collectible firearm, tracing its history, parts, design alterations, chamberings, sights, styles, and repair and restoration. This is the original studio image and is unretouched. Single shot and breakaction rifles cheaper than dirt. The badger halfround, halfoctagon 30 barrel is medium gloss blued and dovetailed for sight. Experience a proud sense of history only the model 1885 single shot can offer. Winchester rifle is a comprehensive term describing a series of leveraction repeating rifles manufactured by the winchester repeating arms company. The centerfire singleshot rifle has an extensive history among hunters looking for a dependable and accurate gamegetter, without having to spend more than necessary for good quality and basic function, and for 2017 were introducing our brand new line of breakaction oneshooters to carry on that history. A winchester model 37 single shot in 12 gauge resting in my gun safe today is as tight as it was the day my wifes father bought it almost threequarters of a century ago, and it got used a lot through the decades. This is the carbine model with the checkered stock, beautiful wood, and 20 12 inch barrel.
The short, handy, moderate weight, henry h015 and h015b single shot rifles in. So if you are interested in the winchester single shot and its history, this book is the one, of two, to read. Winchester rifles modern boltautosingle single shot local. Winchester begins production of nearly 300,000 model 1895 muskets for the army of czar nicholas ii of russia. It covers everything you will ever want to know about this rifle, and then. The patent for the model 1885 rifle was what brought john m. The winchester single shot, known to most shooters as either the lowwall or highwall depending on model, but officially marketed by winchester as the single shot rifle, was produced to satisfy the demands of the growing sport of match shooting, excelling at it, with major ned h. The palmer carbine was the first bolt action firearm adopted by the us military it was a single shot rimfire carbine patented in 1863 and sold to the us cavalry in 1865. Browning through todays renewed enthusiasm for black powder cartridge shooting. Elders, 1870s single shots, winchester model 1885, singular single shots, ruger no. The winchester single shot is one of the most admired and sought after rifles ever made. The winchester model 370 m37 single shot shotgun is an american firearm. At a time when black polymer stocks are quite popular, seeing wood on a rifle can be a flashback experience, and even more so when a prime cut has been turned into a stock.
The book is in fine condition with very little use. We carry a wide selection of calibers for single shot rifles from leading firearm manufacturers to choose from. Winchester was purchased and under the determined leadership of john m. Single shots often look good, feel good and, if properly built, handle beautifully. A general history of the renowned winchester single shot rifle, beginning with the model 1885 single shot and.
Rossis new singleshot is a wizard of a value rifle shooter. Winchester produced nearly 140,000 single shot rifles from 1885 to 1920, and it was found that the fallingblock model 1885 had been built with one of the strongest actions known at that time. Finding the blue book value of your new and used firearms, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, airguns, and blackpowder guns is easy with the number one source of gun pricing. Metal construction in original box marked sears 6c. Fine deluxe low wall special sporting rifle with 28. Highly readable, with plenty of facts, figures, and illustrations.
This fine firearm has a grade iiiiv walnut creedmorestyle stock with a schnabel forearm. It also gives unbelievable details about every customized option or version that the rifle was ever made into. This type of rifle is perfect for those learning to shoot for the first time or to improve their accuracy. It covers the falling block single shot rifle designs of england and scotland with large. This is the same mag for the semi auto cooey rifle. Browse cabela s premiums selection of single shot rifles offering pinpoint precision, durable and elegant designs, and powerful hunting performance.
Single shot winchester model 1885 standard high wall rifle. Both variants of this break action rifle sport a round 22 barrel adjustable folding leaf rear. It covers everything you will ever want to know about this rifle, and then some. Discount single shot rifles for sale sportsmans guide.
Winchester single shot, ballard, farrow, sharps 1874, remington no. The falling block action was so strong that the winchester company used it to test fire newly created rifle. And the man or woman who hunts with one is confident and likely competent. A singleshot rifle isnt really much of a handicap for most, and it offers a few advantages over modern repeaters. Book of historical handguns 3volume set american socket. The winchester singleshot volume 1 guns international. In fact, the single shot s reputation has been without equal from the time of its invention by the legendary john m. Sep 25, 2018 henry single shot rifles are becoming all the rage. It sports a satin finish grade i black walnut schnabel forearm and checkered pistol grip stock with pachmayr.
Winchester rifles rimfire for sale guns international. Skinner sights henry single shot rifles are becoming all. Bought vol ii also as a result of the quality and information contained. This gun rates 90% with some slight surface scratches on the butt stockabove the trigger and some line marks near the butt where a pad was. The ultimare 1885 reference book and restorationpurchase guide. The original long range hunting rifles from the 1800s had to be accurate, powerful, and easily maintainable the best design to accomplish these goals was the single shot rifle. In this incredibly researched sequel to john campbells original work, the winchester single shot, collectors of the model 1885 will uncover a trove of new information much of it never before published. Make offer winchester 1885 single shot rifle original factory instructions operation manual u. This book is a musthave for connoisseurs of the winchester single shot and avid students of all things winchester. Described at the time as a trombone action, the manual sliding. From this design, winchester produced the model 1900, 1902, 1904, 58, 59, 60, 67 and 68. Henry h006 45 long colt big boy lever action rifle. Winchester rifles modern boltautosingle single shot. Winchester breakaction and single shot cheaper than dirt.
Developed from the 1860 henry rifle, winchester rifles were among the earliest repeaters. The evolution of the rifle and its successors is extensively documented and fully illustrated with design drawings and detailed photos. It was in production from 19361963 with 1,015,554 units made. Historical timeline 19001949 winchester repeating arms. The winchester single shot book1885 high wallcampbell. Available excellent condition winchester model 67 single shot rifle chambered in 22 s. A single shot rifle isnt really much of a handicap for most, and it offers a few advantages over modern repeaters.
The winchester single shot model 1885 volume 2 by john. The development of the single shot winchester rifle of 1885 soon followed. Since the 19th century, single shot rifles have been the preferred rifle of confident biggame hunters looking for a greater challenge. Produced by winchester in collaboration with browning.
Olin, the name and reputation of this american icon was saved from oblivion. Note from dad says it was used as a training weapon in the us military. In this incredibly researched sequel to john campbells original work, the winchester single shot, collectors of the model 1885 will uncover a trove of new information. It is a must for anyone interested in the history of john browning, winchester and the famous model 1885 single shot rifle. The model 1873 was particularly successful, being marketed by the manufacturer as the gun that won the west. Bestselling singleshot rifle of 2019 introduced more than 70 years ago, the ruger no. This book, and its volume ii, are outstanding books about john brownings first gun.
These rifles are beautiful, well finished, nice ergonomics, and accurate. Others were sturdy guns capable of standing the test of time and hard use. The henry single shot rifle is available with a matte finish steel or polished hardened brass frame. A rare variant, the model 677, was produced with telescopic sights and no provisions for iron sights. Overall in very good condition, in fact, just like new. Winchester rifles bolt action, lever action, single shot. You tend to make that first shot count, says glenn soroka, the new. A single shot is to rifles what a fly rod is to a trotline.
Winchester 67 single shot 22lr free shipping available excellent condition winchester model 67 single shot rifle chambered in 22 s. The winchester single shot is one of the most admired and soughtafter rifles ever made. The winchester model 1885 hunter rimfire is a single shot lever action rifle. Famous for its rugged construction, the original winchester rifle allowed the rifleman to fire a number of shots before having to reload. The photo of the model 1895 shown is a studio shot that is the rifle. The unique thing about this rifle is it has export stamping from th. What is the value of a wincherster model 04a short and single. This model was developed by winchester with a standard visible hammer action for many years. The 1900 had an 18 barrel and only weighed two poundsthirteen ounces. It is unfortunately not marked with a patent name or date, and i have been.
Highly readable, with plenty of facts, figures, and. Manufacturing of the model 1866 started in bridgeport, conn. The rifles wood was dense, dark and nicely grained, which seems to be the rule with henry products. Sportsmans guide carries discount single shot rifles from top manufacturers. The primary advantage is a similar overall length with a longer barrel. Since that time, winchester has gone through many difficulties in manufacturing, triggered by the war effort, depression, market trends, and quality control problems. The winchester single shot a history and analysis by john campbell this classic book covers every aspect of this highly collectible firearm, tracing its history, parts, design alterations, chamb. Herbert g houze get the story on the gun that made many a young mans dreams come true. Sep 08, 2015 looking for info on an old winchester, single shot, lever action, falling block rifle. An 8 12x11 case bound, 230page book illustrating and describing 282 cartridges from. Today, this single shot fallingblock leveraction rifle still produces tackdriving, longrange accuracy at the range or in the field.
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