Expect around 100-150 fps less from a 20 inch carbine barrel. Locking the action is achieved by dual, vertically sliding lugs in receiver raceways that engage matching cut-outs in both sides of the bolt when the bolt is fully forward (closed). What I do like is the cartridges shape. The high grade Walnut does have a few signs of wear in the finish, but presents . OK, so its a fine rifle. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition. We NEVER have and never will take ammo exchanges or returns and then turn around and re-sale that ammo to unsuspecting customers as factory new ammothis is not safe nor is it fair to customers who are buying what they think is new and safe ammo. It was introduced in 1936, and developed for the Winchester Model 71 lever action rifle. What It Is Not. All other areas in IL require FOID faxed or scanned and emailed to us on file BEFORE ordering. Its action was made to use the largest black powder cartridges of the day, including the .45-70 and up to the .50-110 WCF. The 71 was chambered only in. All metal parts were machined from steel. A sliding, top tang safety and a rebounding hammer were added to these most recent Model 71s. . 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The recoil also pushed the bolt back, making ejection difficult, and damaging the brass.My Winchester 71 has been rated as "excellent" condition, and now I have an excellent load to match. I dont have a red and black plaid shirt, so this will have to do: By the way, the paper stuck in the RH pocket of the shirt is my dads Veterans Permanent Free Permit from the state of Indiana. / MADE IN JAPAN and BROWNING MODEL 71 CALIBER .348 WIN. The rifle is a faithful reproduction of the Winchester Model 71, chambered in the original cartridge and made in 1987 as part of a limited edition run with only 4,000 made in Grade I. This makes the action feel a little smoother, but it has another effect. You might even call it a sacrifice. I remember shooting two to three inch groups at 100 yards, which seemed pretty good for barrel-mounted open sights. Ive heard some say this whacks their face more than an 86 in recoil, but others say its width and gradual curve makes the blow easier to take. . The rifle is a faithful reproduction of the Winchester Model 71, chambered in the original cartridge and made in 1987 as part of a limited edition run. To use a general term, Henry was what we would probably call an outdoorsman. The loss of the similar-sized 1895 didnt mean Winchester dropped all of the 1895s chamberings, but it did end their production of a lever action rifle in those calibers. Or in the woods behind the cabin. Sharp, quick recoil bothers me a lot more that a heavy slamming push. Contributing Editor for RifleShooter Magazine, Brad Fitzpatrick gives us a review of this modernized version of an iconic favorite. Both Browning and Winchester have offered modern versions over the past few decades. Italian Firearms Group has also imported some good-looking 71 reproductions. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards. }, Scopes came into common use after World War II, and its a challenge to scope a top-eject rifle like the 71. I have no answer to that one. The worst pounding I ever got was from a 7mm Remington Magnum, and this includes comparing to 45-70s and 375 H&H Magnums. 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.) The 150-grain bullet, though incredibly fast, was too light for caliber and didnt last long. Introduced in 1965 with the .444 Marlin cartridge, the Model 444 was the most powerful lever action of its day. The .348 also served as the basis for the .50 Alaskan and .500 Linebaugh cartridges.[3][4]. And the 71 got the full treatment. In this pre-scope era, Winchesters 94 was still doing fine, but the 86 was costly, and sales were down. It features considerable body taper and a 19-degree, 4-minute shoulder. Both the .33 and .348 used a 200 grain bullet (.338 diameter in the .33 Win and .348 diameter in the .348 Win) but the claimed velocity of the .348 was over 500 fps faster (2530 fps vs. 2000 fps). My (heavier) Trapdoor Springfield 45-70 shooting blackpowder loads (500 grains at 1200 fps) is a lot milder than either. In designing the .348, Winchester started with the .50-110 case, which had the largest head and rim of any rimmed lever action cartridge. The .348's elegant tapered case ensured a very smooth feeding and chambering cycle in the Model 71. Something that fit the image Winchester wanted. Any more might be a little too much. Cast Bullet Group. I dont use lever actions all the time, but I love them dearly. Serial. I have not heard the bullets weight, but have an email out. It got a stock and forend design that many credit to an NRA design team headed by Townsend Whelen. Remington used to make ammo for it, but not for a long time. Up for sale is a rifle I never shoot. 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. I dont know. My biggest concern is that things will worsen yet more, for a while. Stay on target with precision rifles from top brands like Ruger, Remington, and Savage Arms. The blackpowder-era cartridges it used were old. The new Sako Finnlight II sports an innovative stock and Cerakote metal paired with the terrific 85 action. I had a really good early Deluxe, long-tang with bolt-mounted aperture, but a gent offered me a Standard with Pachmayr side mount, vintage Weaver K2.5 and a treasure trove of ammo. This rifle would still make a great hunting gun today. The flatter-shooting .30 calibers cant develop the energy of the big ones, and will never have the bullet weight. 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. The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. Early 71s also had a long tang, shortened in post-war production. _________________, Order Cancellation by Black Dog Ammunition. Because of top-ejection, there are two primary ways to mount a scope on the 71: a long-eye-relief scope on the barrel or an offset side mount on the left side of the receiver. In designing the .348, Winchester started with the .50-110 case, which had the largest head and rim of any rimmed lever action cartridge. I can set the Merits aperture at an opening that sharpens the front sights appearance. Back in the 1980s and 90s, when I was shooting the .348 quite a lot, 250-grain bullets were already scarce. Thanks again BB. [citation needed] These have different thread sizes in places, most notably the barrels, and many parts will not interchange with the originals. Please provide this ID when contacting support via phone, email or chat. Is a flatter trajectory even much of an advantage here? One of the Model 71 improvements was to replace the original leaf mainspring (hammer spring) of the 1886 to a more durable coil spring, which made cocking the hammer lighter and the trigger pull smoother. The box has some minor scuff marks and has minor peeling at one end. That is pretty much my accuracy limit with metallic sights, so its probably capable of doing better. 47,254 Model 71s were manufactured between 1935 and 1957. Update: I just read that Swift bullets is, or will be, making a .348 bullet in their A-Frame (similar to the Nosler Partition) lineup. The screw heads are sharp. and Winchester Model 71 Lever Action: A Great Combo for Big-Game Hunting The .348 Win. The Winchester websites new 71 specs remind me of something else. Email a copy to george@blackdogammunition.com. Performance can range from mild or adequate to emphatic and spectacular depending on the type of bullet used. It shifts just a tiny bit forward when loaded, but the balance point is still on the rounded part. It swings off to allow unimpeded use of open sights. The rim is only a couple of thousandths larger than a 45-70s but the actual case body is slightly larger. The action has light operational wear and there are a few scattered minor marks on the receiver. The .348 Winchester is an American rifle cartridge. The stocks were relatively short and they had too much drop at comb and heel for my slender face to establish a quick cheek weld with iron sights, let alone an elevated telescopic sight. Some think the 71 is the ultimate refinement of Winchesters lever actions. The high grade Walnut does have a few signs of wear in the finish, but presents very well. On the other hand, I have a hard time thinking of anything it can do that a 45-70 cannot. Always make sure you use the correct ammunition for your specific firearm. My opinion, and thats all that it is, is that a compromise of sorts was made. You may now add this item to your cart. 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 When the Alaska Highway opened, he took a trip up there in his Ford pickup and drove it for fun (it took him weeks). They had already dropped the 1800 part from model numbers (the Model 1886 became the 86, the Model 1894 became the 94, etc). } That is a huge spread. The Winchester Model 71 .348 Lever Action Rifle. Winchester, and more, you can count on SCHEELS' ammo to provide shot-to-shot accuracy and power. RifleShooter Magazine editor Scott Rupp breaks down all the features of the Mossberg Patriot Predator rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC. This rifle is in about Excellent condition with about 99% of its metal finish remaining, and there are only a few light marks in the wood. We have hundreds of customers to get orders to on a daily basis. From reading old gun and hunting articles I think a lot of people wanted a 71, but couldnt justify it. CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable: This rifle CAN be transferred in California. Sell your Browning model 71 .348 for FREE today on GunsAmerica! You must be logged in with a CLUB card saved to purchase this item. Dad remembered that number only because an uncle had a Chevrolet around that time with a 348 engine. Manufactured only 3000 in 1986 and 1987. Do not contact us and ask to change an order youve already placed. The 200-and-250-grain (13 and 16g) loadings are preferred for anything past 100yd (91m). If our web site allows you to order any item, that means it is in stockWE DO NOT TAKE ORDERS FOR ITEMS WE DO NOT HAVE! 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. Unleaded bullets are required for hunting, so this was a problem. The wide, .610-inch rim prohibits it from being chambered in other rifles, such as the Marlin Guide Gun, and it really isn't practical for whitetails. _________________, NJ: We require firearms/ammunition ID card faxed or scanned and emailed to us on file BEFORE ordering.We do not ship to any other area within the United States where we are prohibited by federal, state, or local law to ship product. Until Hornadys 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.) 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. The Winchester 71 and .348 Winchester Cartridge, M1941 Johnson Semiauto Rifle, Part 1, History. Big but beautiful, with clean, elegant lines and a smooth action. Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to a hooded, ramped base which is screwed to the front of the barrel. Your ammo will arrive at the same time if you track it or not and will certainly arrive later if we are swamped answering questions instead of getting orders shipped. Black Dog Ammunition reserves the right to cancel any order where the customer has not abided by our Terms and Conditions. It was not unheard of for Winchester to use an odd bullet diameter. I ordered a Lyman 66 sight for the 1886 and it fit just fine. In 2013, Winchester quit making 348 brass, so weve been out of loaded 348 ammo since 2014. 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. The rear sight is a square-notch semi-buckhorn leaf and elevator sight dovetailed to the rear of the barrel. These years are approximates since Winchester start and end dates from that period get a little fuzzy. If he heard fish were biting in Missouri or moose were spotted in Canada, he would be gone and take only what supplies were in his car trunk or truck bed. It is on the website, but you have to look for it. in the model 71. 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. Please help to demonstrate the notability of the topic by citing, Barnes, Frank C., ed. If your order it less than $25, you can use the remaining balance on another order by choosing to Redeem CLUB Points during payment. The 1886 was the largest of the Winchester lever rifle actions. Login Register Menu. Some of these vendors will probably charge you for this and some may not. Introduced in 1936 it was an upgrade of the famous Model 1886. Used $850.00. "displaySequence" : "81201984", Barnes Original Bullet. So this created a rarity in the history of sporting rifles and self-contained metallic cartridges: The Model 71 was never chambered to any cartridge except .348, and the .348 was never factory-chambered to any rifle other than the 71. Something that i find interesting is that, on paper at least, when you look at typical 30-06 loads (not the recent Light Magnum or Extended Range type ammo) the .348 compares pretty well. Kimber's Hunter Pro Desolve Blak takes the firm's more affordable mountain rifle to new heights. The 71 is a modern rifle as Winchesters go. In 1962, Winchester dropped the factory 150 gr and 250 gr loads, retaining only the 200 gr. Im back in business with the .348 as a favorite hog rifle. But if 20 barreled Winchesters sell for more, Id think it is due to relative rarity and not actual preference. (2,250fps/M.E.2,810 ft.lbs.) There is more, but it isnt exactly abundant. (08-12-18) Over the years weve used AK Bullet Works 250gr. By the way, although people call the 20 Model 71s carbines, Winchester didnt. Scott Rupp gets a chance to talk to Aaron Oelger about a few new products from Hodgdon and why reloading store shelves are empty. The gun is perfect and I can find no marks on it anywhere. Just an outstandfing example of a Browning Model 71 Limited Editon High Grade rifle (serial # 00899PR6R7) in the 348 Winchester, with 24" barrel. I preferred the Marlin, because of its solid top receiver and locking system. 2,810 ft.lbs. (ship to you) Its a bit selfish, during times of shortages, when so many folks need to protect their families, to slow us down because you ordered carelessly or want to change your order. Today, theres no point in my attempting meaningful 100-yard groups with either setup, but the Weaver tightened even my 50-yard groups. Winchester introduced the Model 71 in 1935 or 1936, depending on where you read about it. Part of the reason my 1892 is so slick cycling is from being worn. 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. Winchester used the Model 71 to replace two rifles, and its .348 cartridge replaced several calibers ranging from the 30-40 Krag to 50-110. Today, an original Standard Model 71 in 98% condition sells for around $2000 and a Deluxe Model in similar condition sells for around $4000. The.348 Winchesteris an Americanriflecartridge. The .348 Winchester is an American rifle cartridge. It ultimately made its reputation for use on large (Class 3) animals and the cartridge was well regarded in Alaska and Canada. The Model 71 Winchesterand the .348 WCF Cartridge. Over the last 20 years of the 1886s life, they only sold a little over 14,000 of them, and just over 29,000 1895s. Even though its only 2.5X, I can shoot it better, farther and in poorer light than I can with an aperture. Your new CLUB Card has been saved to your wallet. Both guns are chambered in 348 Win and sport 20-inch Carbine legenth barrels. I worked up loads and shot ground squirrels with them (devastating! 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. I tend to think of it as a bigger-bored .30-06, or a .35 Whelen for lever actions. We want you and your families to be armed and safe and we wish you the best during these trying times. Where did he shoot the moose? The Model 71 was the last of the classic Winchester lever guns. You will need to save your CLUB card in order to purchase this item. 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. The Browning reproduction pictured above is my only remaining firearm chambered in 348 Winchester. by John T. Amber. Check local laws before ordering. It was based on the large 1886 lever action. Many have wondered why Winchester chose this unusual bullet size. It was this specific rifle/cartridge combination that the Model 71 and its .348 WCF cartridge were intended to replace. Our single 348 Winchester load operates at or under the old SAAMI guideline of 43,000 CUP, so it is safe to use in any/all rifles thusly chambered, that, Having killed dozens of bears, including many grizzlies,I have formed an opinion or two on bear cartridgesOur 348 ammo is very capable of killing/stopping aggressive interior grizzly, which rarely, Hooded Sweatshirt-Gunmetal Heather/Army Heather, Hooded Sweatshirt-Gunmetal Heather/Navy Heather, Hooded Sweatshirt-Charcoal Heather (New & Improved). Free Business profile for Winchester Transport Inc at 7200 West 132nd Street, Overland Park, KS, 66213, US, We specialize in: Rental of Railroad Cars. Enter Starline brass. 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. I have seen a question on forums asking if a peep sight can be had for Browning 71s. Why would it matter, and when would you operate it upside down? It is the only commercial .34 caliber cartridge. 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Barnes makes some .348 diameter bullets in 220 and 250 grain, plus they have made 165 grain bullets that seem to come and go from the lineup. We can ship ammunition to the rest of New York State, but we must ship through a Federal Firearms Licensee or what the state calls a "Registered Seller of Ammunition". I remember when I was little, peeking into the windows of his abandoned house and marveling at the trophies hanging on the wall, especially the moose that looked as big as an elephant to me. It was brand new, still in the box with the papers and plastic wrapping it came with in 1987. All shooters are being inconvenienced with what is happening to our society and the rush it is causing on ammo supplies. Uncheckered satin finished walnut stock. A decade earlier it used the unknown 0.277-inch bullet for the .270 Win.. That worked out okay, so perhaps the company expected the same success for the .348 Win. Your session is about to timeout due to inactivity.