55..........?

[kamlooky]

No nawt Sammy Hagaard..............
But a Winchester Model 55.
Tizz a semi auto single shot.

Rarity?
Age of production?
Whom has one?

And value for a good condition one?

A'dder in me mitts today.
Couldn't make up me mind to count out the peso.............................

 

[ljones]

I have read about them before. Never seen one. Top load single round through hinged ramp sets safety "ON". Initial shot requires charging handle action to set bolt. Each shot then auto-ejects spent casing from bottom and charges bolt, ready for next round. Shoots Short, Long and Long Rifle.

Made '57/8-'61 depending on the source. I have read only 45,000 made. Seen a couple sell in American auctions from $165 USD in less than stellar condition to $280 USD in Very good condition. Not sure what the value would be in Canada. If that helps any.

Here is a link to the user manual: http://www.pbase.com/thejerk/win_mod_55

 

[kamlooky]

Thanks Mr. Jones for the link.
Interesting indeed.