Winchester model 55 single shot .22

[Squatch831]

Has anyone ever seen or shot the Winchester 55 single shot .22? It's a unique little gun. I've had one sitting around for years but am finally going to get around to shooting it today.

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[Mikej]

Has anyone ever seen or shot the Winchester 55 single shot .22? It's a unique little gun. I've had one sitting around for years but am finally going to get around to shooting it today.

That's the truth!!

Model 55 -

Winchester introduced the Model 55 in June of the year 1924. This was a brand new variant of the Model 94 Sporting Rifle, and it was apparently introduced to fill the gap between the standard Model 94 Sporting Rifle with… Read more ›

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[bcp]

Winchester's other Model 55, the semi-auto single-shot. A semi-auto, but no magazine. Not a self-loader, but only a self-ejector.

Winchester Model 55 (1958)

To see the lever-action rifle of the same name, see Winchester Model 1894. The Winchester Model 55 was an American single-shot sporting rifle produced by the Wincheter Repeating Arms Company from 1958 to 1961. Advertised as a sporting rifle, the Model 55 was Winchester's first attempt at a...

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I remember them and have seen a few when they were new.

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Going from old memory, this was when 22 scopes were becoming common but this rifle was a top loader and ejector.

Bruce

 

[Andy54Hawken]

Neat rifle for sure....at one time while an uncommon sight at a gun shop or show...it was fairly inexpensive.
Nowadays it is even more uncommon...and expensive.
Andy

 

[Squatch831]

Neat rifle for sure....at one time while an uncommon sight at a gun shop or show...it was fairly inexpensive.
Nowadays it is even more uncommon...and expensive.
Andy

How much do they go for these days?

I plan on teaching my oldest how to shoot with it. But if it's worth anything I may trade it for something a little more common.

 

[Andy54Hawken]

How much do they go for these days?

I plan on teaching my oldest how to shoot with it. But if it's worth anything I may trade it for something a little more common.

Like any firearm.....
The price will vary wildly from location ... timing...and gun guys being shall we say fickle and frugal....
Last one I saw at a local show...was sold for around $350 ..it was in decent shape and had a excellent bore.

If it was my rifle...I'd keep it...especially if it has a good bore.
Andy

 

[Squatch831]

Like any firearm.....
The price will vary wildly from location ... timing...and gun guys being shall we say fickle and frugal....
Last one I saw at a local show...was sold for around $350 ..it was in decent shape and had a excellent bore.

If it was my rifle...I'd keep it...especially if it has a good bore.
Andy

Yeah good point. Might be better to hang on to it. Now my Winchester 94 is a different story… that's chambered in .32 Winchester sp and I'm almost considering trading that one because ammo is so dang hard to find for it. Unlike the model 55 in 22.

 

[Andy54Hawken]

Yeah good point. Might be better to hang on to it. Now my Winchester 94 is a different story… that's chambered in .32 Winchester sp and I'm almost considering trading that one because ammo is so dang hard to find for it. Unlike the model 55 in 22.

I hear you on the .32 Winchester....
I would consider keeping that 94 however...they don't make 'em like they used to.
Maybe save some pennies...and buy ammo as a one time bulk deal / expense...
Andy

 

[bcp]

Scroll down to see recent sales.

https://truegunvalue.com/rifle/winchester-model-55-22lr/price-historical-value

Bruce

 

[Squatch831]

I hear you on the .32 Winchester....
I would consider keeping that 95 however...they don't make 'em like they used to.
Maybe save some pennies...and buy ammo as a one time bulk deal / expense...
Andy

Yeah exactly. I will keep my eyes peeled!

 

[Mark W.]

Dad owned one bought new in 58 or 59. I grew up learning to shoot with it. In my opinion one of the safest rifles to learn with.

Some years back I tracked one down and purchased it. Its a pretty nice sample and shoots extremely well. The draw back for some is the lack of being able to mount a scope.

The reason they are so rare was that due to a very high cost for a single shot sales sucked and Winchester discontinued them after a couple years. Dad said it cost as much as Winchester repeaters when new.

 

[Squatch831]

So after shooting it today I'm impressed. It was fun and simple to teach a kiddo on.

 

[Sxsnuf]

I've never owned one or fired one. Before following a couple links, I wouldn't have known one if I tripped over it. A neat little piece of firearms history though. A bit "gimmicky"? Maybe.

 

[Squatch831]

I've never owned one or fired one. Before following a couple links, I wouldn't have known one if I tripped over it. A neat little piece of firearms history though. A bit "gimmicky"? Maybe.

Totally. Had I not been given it, I would not have gone for it lol

 

[Mikej]

A bit "gimmicky"?

A GUN? "Gimmicky"? Say it ain't so!!

 

[Mark W.]

I would note that since it fires from an open bolt dad told us not to dry fire it except before putting it away. To reduce the frequency.

 

[XLIV]

Auto eject. Fires from open bolt. Bottom eject (usually down your sleeve). Loading gate is plastic and prone to breakage. Aluminum replacements can be found but difficult.

Great beginner rifle

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[titsonritz]

Has anyone ever seen or shot the Winchester 55 single shot .22? It's a unique little gun. I've had one sitting around for years but am finally going to get around to shooting it today.

Dad cut the stock down on one for me when I was knee high to a grass hopper, it is the gun he originally taught me how to shoot.