This is near perfect 1955 Featherweight rifle in the hard to find .358 Winchester chambering. Winchester produced only about 2000 rifles in this chambering, and it was catalogued for just two years - 1955 and 1956. The rifle grades in NRA excellent condition. The bolt and receiver a both marked with serial number 356497. All correct .358 action parts are present and correct. This rifle comes complete with the original box and some printed materials.
The original bluing grades at better than 98% with no evident wear. There are two pinhead sized dings(? scratches?) in the floorplate but there are no other notable scratches, dings, or other blemishes in the metal.
The factory original stock is in excellent condition with no cracks, stains, or much in the way of minor handling marks; it does have just a few small, shallow dings near the front sling swivel. The checkering is original and crisp, in like new condition. The stock retains its original aluminum buttplate which is in excellent condition with a little light wear.
The 22" Featherweight barrel has an excellent bore; the only defect we could find was a very small patch of freckling/shallow pitting just in front of the chamber, otherwise this bore would be perfect. There is no throat wear and the only reason we know it has been fired is a few small streaks of copper in the bore. We grade this bore a 9+ out of 10.
NOTE: This item can only be shipped directly to you if you are an FFL or C&R license holder. If this is not the case, the item must be shipped to an FFL holder near you who can complete the transfer. If needed, we are happy to assist you in locating an FFL holder near you who can assist in this way.
This item is only available for shipment to US addresses.
