Northfield, IL: DBI Books, 1972. pg 52, Barnes, Frank C., ed. "Cartridges of the World". 94 W. Cochran St., Suite B .348 Winchester.35 Remington.35 Whelen.350 Legend.357 Magnum.375 H&H.38 Special.38-40 Winchester.38-55 Winchester.380 Auto.40 S&W.416 Rigby.44 Remington Mag Lock, Stock & Barrel Investments Subscriber Services. The Model 71 is based on a simplified (for more efficient production) version of the John Browning designed Winchester Model 1886. Simi Valley, CA 93065. It is on the website, but you have to look for it. The Browning version was a limited production model only. All metal parts were machined from steel. I can set the Merits aperture at an opening that sharpens the front sights appearance. Barrels started out long, heavy, and octagon shaped with minimal or no taper, then got shorter and more slender as time went on. These years are approximates since Winchester start and end dates from that period get a little fuzzy. The receiver is flawless, and the bluing is deep and bright with a few minor rubs. Overall Condition:This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. of kinetic energy (Winchester figures). Apparently others thought so over the years too, since Winchester has made .348 ammo in 150, 200 and 250 grain bullet weights at various periods, with the 200 always being most popular and the only one they have made in decades. Henry owned a small business or two besides the farm. I fully expect an aperture sight would allow tighter groups. Appears as new, comes with original box. You do not need an FFL to purchase ammunition online. In dropping the 1886, Winchester stopped making rifles that used the .45-70 and other medium and large blackpowder cartridges. There is a place on the back to check off whether the bearer is a veteran of WW I, WW II, or the Spanish War. Limited edition. Consequently, I pretty much ignored the lever action for thirty-some years and did not miss them. These bullets run closer to 240 grains made from wheelweight alloy, lubed, gas checked, and ready to go. I ordered a few boxes of Hornady bullets to start with. It was not unheard of for Winchester to use an odd bullet diameter. Yet another fantastic load from BB. Lock, Stock & Barrel Investments LinkedIn is the world's largest business network, helping professionals like Scott Winchester discover inside connections to . The 200-and-250-grain (13 and 16g) loadings are preferred for anything past 100yd (91m). Copyright 2011-2023 All Rights Reserved. Enter Starline brass. It pinned into the bolt itself, behind the extractor, and was a fairly compact slick arrangement. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. In order to max out the action and wring out maximum performance, for its .348 Winchester took a step back in time, using the big .50-110 blackpowder case, which has a diameter of 0.553 inch and a massive 0.610-inch rim. Where did he shoot the moose? The rifle was the Winchester Model 71, introduced in 1935, replacing the 86. Hornady offers the 200-grain FTX and a 200-grain roundnose InterLock as component bullets, but few other mainstream choices remain. Until Hornady's FTX flex tip pointed bullets, 300 yards with a good peep sight is a fairly easy shot (Factory-loaded, midrange trajectory at 200 yards (180m) is 2.9in (7.4cm) for the 150-grain (9.7g) bullet, 3.6in (9.1cm) for the 200-grain (13g) round, and 4.4in (11cm) for the 250-grain (16g) slug.) Open sights. Model: 71 Caliber: 348 Win Description: Serial #01552PR6R7, .348 Winchester, 24 inch barrel with a bright, excellent bore. Why not use a Nickel Steel barrel and action and load the 45-70 hotter, for example? Maximum firepower ammo. Not only were all my Brownings more accurate than the Winchesters, but the20-inch carbine Browning, will give about the same velocity as the 24 inch Winchester rifle..and the 24 inch Browning will give 100 to 150 fps more velocity than the 20 inch Browning version. When we manually change orders it requires a lot of time that we do not have during this rush and it keeps us from serving all of our customers. The.348 Winchesteris an Americanriflecartridge. Henry tended to let his employees handle things, as this allowed him to come and go as he pleased. The .348 was a new cartridge developed to be a one-shot-does-all, replacing all of the chamberings of the 1886 from .33 to .405. Browning Model 71 Carbine in 348 Winchester | Long Range Hunting Forum Forums Sold/Expired Browning Model 71 Carbine in 348 Winchester Biebs Dec 4, 2021 Help Support Long Range Hunting Forum Become a supporting member 1 2 Next B Biebs Well-Known Member Joined Jan 26, 2015 Messages 617 Dec 4, 2021 #1 It was introduced in 1936, and developed for theWinchester Model 71lever action rifle. The flatter-shooting .30 calibers cant develop the energy of the big ones, and will never have the bullet weight. The days were numbered for the old classics, including the 1886. Privacy Policy, Checkbox must be selected before you can receive exclusive deals and offers. These measures are hopefully temporary and will not be needed for long as we enjoy the interaction with our customers, so please, for the time being, be mindful of all those others who are also trying to get ammo during what I think is a societal meltdown/emergency. I think its about even with my Marlin 45-70 (which has slightly less weight) shooting 300 grain bullets at 1900 fps and 400 grain bullets at 1600. At first, you might wonder why it would be any different from a 45-70, and should in fact be less. I couldnt resist. But if 20 barreled Winchesters sell for more, Id think it is due to relative rarity and not actual preference. ), but Ive never even seen a factory 150-grain .348 load. Sights / Optics:The front sight is a hooded beaded blade dovetailed to a ramped base which is screwed to the front of the barrel. FREE SHIPPING - PURCHASE 12 OR MORE BOXES, Over the decades, Ive owned six or seven rifles/carbines chambered for 348 Win. Of course this is Brownings version of the Winchester 71. Contributing Editor for RifleShooter Magazine, Brad Fitzpatrick gives us a review of this modernized version of an iconic favorite. in the model 71. All ammunition will be shipped UPS GROUND ONLY ammunition can not go expedited! I have no idea why they would do this, since there cant be much of a market, but Im glad. This rifle is in about Excellent condition with about 98% of its metal finish remaining, a great bore, and minor marks in the wood. I ordered a box. "partNumber" : "3681251", }, Along with reducing weight, the changes made them look more modern, and Winchester carried this over to the 71. Today, theres no point in my attempting meaningful 100-yard groups with either setup, but the Weaver tightened even my 50-yard groups. Stock Configuration & Condition:The stocks are two-piece smooth wood with capped forend, pistol grip, fluted straight comb, and checkered blued steel buttplate. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition. Mine is not an original Winchester however, but a Browning reproduction. I think I still have the box for the rifle but I am not positive. Not only were all my Brownings more accurate than the Winchesters, but the. The 150-grain bullet, though incredibly fast, was too light for caliber and didnt last long. The new Sako Finnlight II sports an innovative stock and Cerakote metal paired with the terrific 85 action. There is more, but it isnt exactly abundant. Your address will still go on the order address. You could have it in Standard or Deluxe grades (the Deluxe had nicer wood, checkering, sling and swivels), and could get either grade with a 20 or 24 barrel. It was introduced in 1936, and developed for the Winchester Model 71 lever action rifle. The .348 has one of the most rapidly tapering bodies of any cartridge made. Today, an original Standard Model 71 in 98% condition sells for around $2000 and a Deluxe Model in similar condition sells for around $4000. A lot of changes were underway at Winchester at that time. In 1962, the 150 and 250 grain bullet weights were discontinued. In my opinion, the Winchester 71 has to be the most outdoorsy looking rifle ever made. So please stop asking to exchange or get a refund for ammo you ordered, but have changed your mind about. I was provided with a shot opportunity at 126 yards. Thanks! 2006 - 2023 BPS Direct, L.L.C. Some guns cause one to form a mental picture when you see them. I doubt there was a fish he had not caught or animal he had not hunted within 15 states, and he had hit other states and Canada pretty hard also. Bore Condition:The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. The case of the .348 is used to produce the 8-348w wildcat, used to rechamber World War 1-era rifles such as Lebel or Berthier, instead of the . Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. Browning Model 71 "High Grade" rifle chambered in 348 Winchester. The high grade Walnut does have a few signs of wear in the finish, but presents . The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. The Standard had smooth wood and no factory sling swivel studs. In the event that we need to cancel your order for any reason, you will receive a full refund of the amount of the purchase less up to 10% of the total purchase amount. 2023 Outdoor Sportsman Group. If you use an alternative payment method, you will not earn CLUB Points on your order. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. [ And (this may be why Swift is making these)- Unfortunately, light .348 bullets have been gone for so long that there are little data. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Both Standard and Deluxe grades were offered. In 1962, Winchester dropped the factory 150 gr and 250 gr loads, retaining only the 200 gr. That makes its maximum point blank range (+/- 3 inches) about 233 yards. The latest Winchester/Miroku Model 71 carried a 2013 MSRP of $1469.99 for the Standard model (with a select walnut stock) and $1659.99 for the Deluxe model (with a Grade IV walnut stock and cut checkering). That covers the most common supply. The .348 also served as the basis for the .50 Alaskan and .500 Linebaugh cartridges.[3][4]. The .348 Winchester is an American rifle cartridge. It seems heavier than that, but it may be more of a visual illusion caused by its beefiness than anything. He said Henry had talked about a .348. You are going to get what you ordered. Iola, WI: Gun Digest Books, 2014. pg 412, notability guidelines for products and services, Learn how and when to remove this template message, "Voluntary Industry Performance Standards for Pressure and Velocity of Centerfire Rifle Ammunition for the Use of Commercial Manufacturers", The Winchester 71 and .348 Winchester Cartridge, The Model 71 Winchester and the .348 WCF Cartridge, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=.348_Winchester&oldid=1142737677, Winchester Repeating Arms Company cartridges, Articles with topics of unclear notability from June 2022, All articles with topics of unclear notability, Products articles with topics of unclear notability, Articles with unsourced statements from July 2012, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 4 March 2023, at 02:50. These were only made for 2 years, '86-'87. In those days, I could shoot apertures well, being accustomed to them from military shooting. Hammer had in stock its 162-grain Shock Hammer copper-alloy .348, flat-pointed with a large nose cavity. Like the original Winchesters, the 24 barrel appears to be more popular. SOLD. Overall, the stocks are in about Fine-plus condition. Your email address will not be published. I have heard that Model 71s shoot well. This is one of the most powerful lever gun cartridges ever designed and can drop any North American big game in the woods. Stock style and barrels differed, but cosmetically and almost mechanically, it is an 86, although few parts are interchangeable. The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes. J.F.N. This ammo is safe to use in any Winchester or Browning Model 71 that is in good condition. The .33 Winchester was the first smokeless powder round the 1886 was chambered for, and required a switch to a Nickel Steel barrel to contain the higher pressures. Copyright 2014, 2016 by David Tong and/or chuckhawks.com. The initial result scared me, producing more than 3,000 fps and flattened primers. You can filter the list of items shown by selecting attributes. Unleaded bullets are required for hunting, so this was a problem. Four of those were the Browning reproductions made in Japan. This rifle remains in Very Good condition with only. These rifles were built by long time Browning/Winchester partner Miroku of Japan and came with holes drilled and tapped in the left side of the receiver for Lyman or Williams aperture sights. A guy who makes gas checks asked on a forum if anyone had a .348 rifle to try some new checks he was making, and I volunteered. It was introduced in 1936, and developed for the Winchester Model 71 lever action rifle. Please provide address and copy of paperwork. I started bugging the good folks at Starline over four years ago, to make 348 brass. This is the important thing, I think. Thats all nice, but why on earth would Winchester choose to update a caliber that seemed unpopular compared to the 45-70 and 50-110 that were accepted then and still well-known today? The 71 will smack you at the bench, but it isnt terrible. The big lever action had ceased to be a huge seller before the 71 came along, and honestly never was. I may never drive the Alaska Highway (I did plan to once, but it fell through). Starting at that big base, the case body tapers quickly to the shoulder. This isnt a big deal to me because 250-grain .348 bullets are almost non-existent, and for the hunting purposes I have for this rig, I dont need them. Up for sale is a rifle I never shoot. We will have to have a copy of their FFL or their resellers permit. This stock change was more a styling change than a weight and bulk reduction, but combined with the trimmer barrels, made for a faster handling rifle for some. Please leave us alone so we can serve all of you. Browning Model 71 Carbine 348 Winchester Grade 1 & High Grade In Box Unfired Collector Quality Description: Description: Up for sale is a beautiful Grade 1 Browning Model 71 & a Hi Grade Model 71. and I see our 348 Winchester load as MINIMUM for such large coastal grizzly. . The 71s .348 cartridge would have to replace just about everything in a Winchester lever action larger than the .30-30. As it is with the 20 barrel, it has plenty of muzzle weight to hold steady in standing. I ordered a Lyman 66 sight for the 1886 and it fit just fine. It is excellent for any North Americanbig gamein woods or brush, if the 250 grain bullet is used, but not especially suited to long range (400 yards and beyond) as a result of the need to use flat-nose slugs due to the Model 71s tubular magazine. The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. The .348 Winchester is an American rifle cartridge. The stock and forend are heavier than those of most lever actions. Serial. OK, so its a fine rifle. 47,254 Model 71s were manufactured between 1935 and 1957. It features considerable body taper and a 19-degree, 4-minute shoulder. The original Model 71 was an improvement on the Model 1886, the designation Winchester gave when they simplified the options offered and consolidated the caliber offerings to just .348 Winchester. Browning Model 71 "High Grade" rifle chambered in 348 Winchester. Stay on target with precision rifles from top brands like Ruger, Remington, and Savage Arms. | Ive had several groups run a little under 2. The Browning reproduction pictured above is my only remaining firearm chambered in 348 Winchester. Jim Taylor. It may feel better or worse, and that will depend on the shooters idea of recoil. Even though its only 2.5X, I can shoot it better, farther and in poorer light than I can with an aperture. Chamber pressures are 33,000 CUP, Item12A - Exterior Ballistics Charts for several Muzzle Velocities. Today, this window has shrunk. Specifically developed for the Winchester model 71 lever action rifle, the .348 Winchester will push a 150-grain bullet to almost 2900 fps and a 200-grain bullet to 2500 fps. This rifle would still make a great hunting gun today, and, in its high condition, it would also make a great addition to a Browning or lever-action collection. The open top receiver ejects upward by means of a fixed ejector, making conventional (receiver top) scope mounting impractical. The left of the receiver is factory drilled and tapped with a Lyman 66 A receiver sight installed, adjustable for windage and elevation. The Model 71 rifle was brought back as a limited production item by Browning in 1986-1987 (some 13,000 units produced) and by Winchester in 2011-2013. After WWII, my dad went to work as a farmhand for a man named Henry. In practice, ejected cases hit the scope, then bounce off to the right. The .348 should be flatter shooting, but so are a lot of rifles/calibers. I had forgot that Winchester announced last winter they will be making a limited run of 71s (Miroku-made) this year. Part of the reason my 1892 is so slick cycling is from being worn. In addition to hunting and fishing, he would head off on other adventures. Thanks Buffalo Bore ! Unavailable at Phoenix. It shifts just a tiny bit forward when loaded, but the balance point is still on the rounded part. The M95 was especially bad in this respect, even with the old .30-40 Krag round. Later, the 1886 was chambered for the .33 WCF, a medium bore cartridge designed for use with smokeless powder. Rifle weight dropped accordingly. Winchester had chambered the previous Model 1886 for .33 Winchester (.338 inch bullet) and the Model 1895 for .35 Winchester (.358 inch bullet). Email Us; 1-800-227 . Basically, it is a free lifetime hunting and fishing license given to war veterans. The Model 71 .348 Winchester was manufactured during 1986 and 1987 in rifle configuration with a 24-inch barrel, and in carbine with a 20-inch barrel. Shop with your new CLUB Card and start earning CLUB Points today! It wasand isa thumper on deer-size game, and its adequate for black bear, elk and moose, but its probably marginal for big bears. The top of the barrel at the rear, the top of the chamber ring, the left of the bolt and both locking lugs are each marked NP. My first two shots group 2 in. I wanted one with a 20 barrel. Strictly Business. The Winchester 71 and .348 Winchester Cartridge, M1941 Johnson Semiauto Rifle, Part 1, History. I have read many times that the 71 will pound the shooter with recoil. I may never take off for weeks at a time after moose or bear either, but I have the same type of rifle Henry used for that. While some in the company wanted to hold onto the lever actions and cartridges that made Winchester what it was, a lot of others wanted to get away from anything that sounded old-fashioned. Who made a homogeneous alloy .348? The recoil impulse from a 400 grain bullet at 1700 fps will be different from a 200 at 2500 fps. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. I have heard it said that they will feed when held at any angle, including upside down. There were options and upgrades, but the Model 71 was produced in only two primary variants: Standard and Deluxe, both in rifle versions with 24-inch barrels and carbines with 20-inch barrels and pistol grip stocks. It was this specific rifle/cartridge combination that the Model 71 and its .348 WCF cartridge were intended to replace. Despite the brass and ejection concerns I'm certain this round will easily handle any beast on this side of the planet.Gotta go hunting now. But knowing Henry had one, I find both the rifle and the person more interesting. In addition, the crescent (rifle) butt plates on early examples of some of these rifles made firing hard kicking cartridges punishing. Thats only speculation on my part, but I am glad I got a 20 barrel. It is very accurate and constructed stiff enough to not over-mushroom, but it still mushrooms fairly radically. I have my 71, just as Henry had his. The action has light operational wear and there are a few scattered minor marks on the receiver. Availability . To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. The original Model 71 was an improvement on the Model 1886, the designation Winchester gave when they simplified the options offered and consolidated the caliber offerings to just .348 Winchester. If you continue as guest, you will have to wait to receive your physical card in the mail to use your Instant Credit. I used Model 71s for a lot of wild hog hunting, for black bears and for this and that. Its pushing $1500, available only with a 24 barrel, and has that tang safety they keep adding to lever actions. Check out with Sezzle and split your entire order into 4 interest-free payments over 6 weeks. It comes equipped with its factory iron sights as well as a nice Lyman 66 A receiver sight. We want you and your families to be armed and safe and we wish you the best during these trying times. . On larger game, performance was awesome, but that applied on both ends. Although escalating in value, original Model 71s are readily available on the used market. "catentry_id" : "3074457345624419856", Please see our photos and good luck! $46.74 Make Offer %local_inventory_count% Free Shipping! Many have wondered why Winchester chose this unusual bullet size. and Winchester Model 71 Lever Action: A Great Combo for Big-Game Hunting The .348 Win. .348 Winchester on Left, .45-70 on Right. The LOP measures 13 1/8 from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The 1886 had gotten some streamlining of its own in the last few years of its existence. The high grade Walnut does have a few signs of wear in the finish, but presents . This particular Model 71 Standard is a 1936 rifle, and the Pachmayr mount and scope are probably additions from the 1950s. We have not fired this rifle. In the mid-70s a Kansas City friend had a Deluxe with aperture for sale, and I bought it, along with dies and bullets. The screw heads are sharp. Make sure to use the correct ammunition in your gun. What It Is Not. The 1886 was the largest of the Winchester lever rifle actions. J.F.N. Used $850.00. 61 2 Image (s) Winchester Round Barrel Gun #: 912650909 Seller: ScottShotter $2,450.00 Full Details 1 Image (s) Fully restored Winchester 1894 rifle Gun #: 926401834 Seller: Summit Arms Services $2,700.00 Full Details 1 Image (s) Winchester 1894 produced in 1895 Gun #: 956502724 The .348 is shaped for its purpose of hunting things that can eat you.

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