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Winchester Model 61

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Variations of the Model 61s

You have determined the model of your Winchester.  Now you will need to determine if you have any variations.   Both Pre-war and Post-war versions have variations that you will need to be aware of.

Step 2: Determine the Variation of model type

Select one of the following choices

The stock is plain walnut with a pistol-grip, forearm < 6" with 10 grooves, barrel is 24" and octagon, labeled with a "Model 61" stamp and the there is a SINGLE .22 cartridge size listed (e.g. SHORT, or LR, or WRF) The number on tang is lower than 60,000 -- You have an early pre-war  ' Model 61' Octagon barreled version.

The stock is plain walnut with a pistol-grip, forearm < 6" with 11 grooves, round 24" barrel is stamped with "(e.g. SHORT, or LR, or WRF)", serial number on tang is lower than 57,493 and loading port is triangular shaped-- You have the 'Pre-war Model 61  Single Caliber version.

The stock is plain walnut with a pistol-grip, forearm >8" with 17 grooves, barrel is stamped with "Model 61" and number on tang is higher than 57,493   -- You have the 'Post-war Model 61 Single Caliber version.

	The stock is plain walnut with a pistol-grip, forearm < 6" with 11 grooves, round 24" barrel is smooth bored and  stamped with "(e.g. .22 LR Shot or Shot Only Routledge Bore)", serial number on tang is lower than 57,493 and loading port is bullet shaped-- You have the 'Pre-war Model 61  Shot only version.
	The stock is plain walnut with a pistol-grip, forearm 10" with 17 grooves, barrel is smooth bored and  stamped with "(e.g. .22 LR Shot or Shot Only Routledge Bore)", serial number on tang is higher than 57,493 and loading port is bullet shaped-- You have the 'Post-war Model 61 Shot only version.
	If there are other extra features on the gun that are not mentioned above, and they look original. -- You may have a factory "extra- option."  You may need to consult a professional appraiser to determine the exact value of your gun.

Once you have determined the model and version,
Study the Outline of Features for possible modifications to the original rifle.

Then proceed to condition determination.

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