WINCHESTER MODEL 74 for Sale

Quick Look

The Winchester Model 74 was introduced in 1939 as a semi-automatic, tube-fed .22 rifle designed for affordable target shooting and training. Its simple blowback action and sleek profile made it reliable and easy to use. Though out of production since 1955, the Model 74 remains a collectible piece among vintage Winchester enthusiasts.

Why It's a Top Choice

• Reliable blowback semi-auto action
• Classic Winchester craftsmanship
• Ideal for plinking and small game
• Appealing to collectors of pre-1964 Winchesters
• Lightweight and easy to handle

Key Variants

Winchester Model 74 .22 Short

Chambered for .22 Short only, this variant is valued by collectors for its rarity and history.

Winchester Model 74 .22 LR

More common version optimized for long rifle cartridges, ideal for plinking and small-game use.

Competitor Comparison Table

Feature	Winchester Model 74	Remington 550-1	Marlin Model 60
MSRP (original)	$18 (c. 1940s)	$20 (c. 1950s)	$25 (early models)
Capacity	14 rounds (tube-fed)	15 rounds	14 rounds
Weight	5.75 lbs approx.	5.5 lbs	5.5 lbs
Optics-ready	No	No	Some variants
Trigger type	Standard single-stage	Single-stage	Single-stage
Notable pro	Timeless vintage design	Handles all .22 types	Still made today
Notable con	No longer manufactured	Complex bolt design	Plastic parts in new models

Best Use Cases

• Small-game hunting
• Target shooting
• Firearm collecting
• Training beginner shooters
• Historic firearms display

FAQs

What is the magazine capacity of the Winchester Model 74?

The Model 74 holds up to 14 rounds of .22 LR in its under-barrel tubular magazine.

Can I mount a scope on a Winchester Model 74?

Most Model 74s lack factory dovetails, so mounting optics requires gunsmith modifications.

How does the Winchester Model 74 load?

It uses a tube-fed magazine via loading slot near the buttstock. It chambers one round automatically when cocked.