*GRIFFIN AND HOWE STOCKED MODEL 54 WINCHESTER.

*GRIFFIN AND HOWE STOCKED MODEL 54 WINCHESTER. SN 26966A. Cal. 30-06. In their large gray covered catalog printed ca. 1928, Griffin and Howe describes the “G & H Remington Sporter” built on the Model 30. In the second paragraph they state “The Winchester Model 54 Bolt Action rifle can also be rebuilt by us to required stock dimensions. This model can be furnished in .270 Winchester and .30/06 Springfield calibers only.” It is surmised that G & H only assigned a SN to guns and rifles that they actually re-barreled or did extensive work to the barrel. Although the work on this particular rifle was undoubtedly done by G & H, it does not carry a G & H bbl number as no bbl work was done. It is fitted with original Winchester Model 54 stainless steel 24″ standard weight bbl. (Stainless steel was an $8 extra cost option in 1928 when the entire rifle retailed at $46.60.) This bbl has had Griffin & Howe banded on front ramp with longitudinally dovetailed Marbles Sherd bead sight and Winchester hood installed, along with sling swivel band. Slot blank is installed in rear sight boss. Typical Model 54 action has had tang refiled to a more graceful shape, has been fitted with Lyman 48 receiver sight, and early type long G & H side scope mount. (Aluminum G & H ring base has been fitted.) All other features are Winchester factory, and bolt handle has not been altered. The very closely inletted classic G & H style nicely streaked dense European walnut full pistol grip stock measures 14″ over engraved and checkered steel trap buttplate, with place for cleaning equipment and 2 spare cartridges in trap. Steel grip cap has been fitted along with sling boss and horn forend tip. Stock features classic G & H diamond grip and fluted transition to forend. Meticulously executed 22 LPI classic point pattern checkering has mullered borders. Drop at heel: Approx. 2-1/2″, drop at comb: Approx. 1-3/4″. Weight: 8 lbs. 6 oz. LOP 14″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains considerable amount of orig blue. (Stainless bbls were iron-plated in order to take blue, and this bluing was very fragile.) There are a number of scrapes and marks. G & H sight and band have about 60% of their blue. Action retains most of its blue as probably done by G & H, with some areas of flaking and light pinprick pitting, especially on mount base. Orig rubbed oil stock finish is very fine, with a few minor marks and shallow dents. Checkering shows some wear, and is missing a few diamonds. Bore is excellent with bright, sharp rifling. 4-38731 MGM131 (2,500-3,500)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2012

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1235	$2,300.00	GRIFFIN AND HOWE STOCKED MODEL 54 WINCHESTER. SN 26966A. Cal. 30-06. In their large gray covered catalog printed ca. 1928, Griffin and Howe describes the “G & H Remington Sporter” built on the Model 30. In the second paragraph they state “The Winchester Model 54 Bolt Action rifle can also be rebuilt by us to required stock dimensions. This model can be furnished in .270 Winchester and .30/06 Springfield calibers only.” It is surmised that G & H only assigned a SN to guns and rifles that they actually re-barreled or did extensive work to the barrel. Although the work on this particular rifle was undoubtedly done by G & H, it does not carry a G & H bbl number as no bbl work was done. It is fitted with original Winchester Model 54 stainless steel 24″ standard weight bbl. (Stainless steel was an $8 extra cost option in 1928 when the entire rifle retailed at $46.60.) This bbl has had Griffin & Howe banded on front ramp with longitudinally dovetailed Marbles Sherd bead sight and Winchester hood installed, along with sling swivel band. Slot blank is installed in rear sight boss. Typical Model 54 action has had tang refiled to a more graceful shape, has been fitted with Lyman 48 receiver sight, and early type long G & H side scope mount. (Aluminum G & H ring base has been fitted.) All other features are Winchester factory, and bolt handle has not been altered. The very closely inletted classic G & H style nicely streaked dense European walnut full pistol grip stock measures 14″ over engraved and checkered steel trap buttplate, with place for cleaning equipment and 2 spare cartridges in trap. Steel grip cap has been fitted along with sling boss and horn forend tip. Stock features classic G & H diamond grip and fluted transition to forend. Meticulously executed 22 LPI classic point pattern checkering has mullered borders. Drop at heel: Approx. 2-1/2″, drop at comb: Approx. 1-3/4″. Weight: 8 lbs. 6 oz. LOP 14″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains considerable amount of orig blue. (Stainless bbls were iron-plated in order to take blue, and this bluing was very fragile.) There are a number of scrapes and marks. G & H sight and band have about 60% of their blue. Action retains most of its blue as probably done by G & H, with some areas of flaking and light pinprick pitting, especially on mount base. Orig rubbed oil stock finish is very fine, with a few minor marks and shallow dents. Checkering shows some wear, and is missing a few diamonds. Bore is excellent with bright, sharp rifling. 4-38731 MGM131 (2,500-3,500) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2012 Please Note:* All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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