In 1934 or 1935, my grandmother ordered my dad this rifle from Sears & Roebuck. He told me he remembered coming home from Limestone grade school and it had been delivered by the mailman. I have the rifle. It is as new.
I have a Model 67 just like yours with the finger grooves. My dad purchased the rifle sometime before he entered the service for WW2. It was the rifle I learned to shoot in the 1950s. Like you said, it's not very valuable, but to me it is priceless.
I bought one just like yours 1934-35 year model in the late 80s when i was 18 from a friend that needed money. He had no idea it's history. Man if that little rifle could talk.
I inherited my Dad's. Mine taught dozens of kids firearms safety, how to shoot, and even made a few of us good at it. Awesome little rifle. Super simple, safe, stunningly accurate, and just a joy to shoot. I'm sure your Grandfather recognized it as something absolutely timeless. THIS is the definition of plinking. Thanks
My grandmother always kept a single shot .22 in her kitchen to take care of anything messing with her chickens or eating her garden. I have a 67 that I bought for my great nephew, he's 5 and a half. I'm hoping that 75 years from now he's telling people I bought it for him and it's the first rifle he ever shot.
I paid $19.00 for mine, used from a pawn shop, days after I got out of the Navy in December 1972. Taught my son to shoot with it, but it with a 27" barrel it was a little hard to manage so I bought him another kids version ... a Remington single shot bolt action ... we both have kept them.
G'day Mate, from Queensland Australia.Your 67 could be mistaken for mine.Like yours,mine (belonged to my dad,bought for 3 quid)was severely neglected.I learned to shoot with it and could kill hares at 130 paces.Years later,loving it so much, I restored it Handed it back to dad,he held it for a few minutes and said I best keep it.I'm 69 now and my eyes are fading.I have other guns,but this one is still my favourite.Hope my son will appreciate it as much as I. Mine is 1935-6 also.Thanks for your vid. Cheers
I also have one just like yours so it must be from 1934 or 35 as well. It was my grandfather’s. My father also had a Winchester Model 67 that he shared with his brother as a little boy. My uncle had it, but when my uncle got to be middle aged he gave it back to my father since it was half his. When my father died, I gave it back to my uncle. I still have my grandfather’s Winchester 67. It can easily reach out 150 yards. Not bad for a 90 year old gun.
Grandpa's only firearm. He never had much but his Winchester 67 put a lot of small game on the table. I learned shooting on it and long afternoons plinking Prince Albert tobacco pocket tins. My cousin has that rifle. I bought one like it at a gun show and it keeps grandpa and those times close.
My grandmother told me my grandfather split wood for neibor for 50 cents a cord and saved up for this gun..she gave it to me in the 80s..I didn't really appreciate it until I got older..it's my favorite gun now..I have enough ammo to shoot it for the rest of my life lol
Hey buddy, I know exactly how you feel. I have a few regrets about some of the firearms I grew up with and how I neglected them at times. Atleast you still have yours, I sold mine.
Great story. I wish I would have inherited my Granddad's guns. It was not to be, but I do have my memories of hunting with him that are cherished. I also picked up a 67 to relive my boyhood all over again. Keep shooting that fine rifle and keep those memories alive.
I inherited one from my father. I believe if I remember right he bought it from him older brother when he was a kid for $1. I used that thing a ton and it is one of the best shooting guns I have ever shot. Its spot on with that little front sight.
Fun video. And, good shooting! 👍🏼 I am in the process of refurbishing one I bought at auction. My first gun was a single shot Remington 510 that my son “acquired.” 😎 I missed it so much, and he shoots it so well, I bought myself one at auction. I like single shot rifles, too, as do many hunters. I would love a Ruger No. 1.
I have a similar early model just like yours. My dad gave it to me years after he acquired it. It is hands down my favorite rifle. When I go to visit friends for a shooting weekend, it's the first gun in the car. Love how with sub-sonic, or even better, shorts, it is quiet enough without a suppressor. No ear pro needed. Also, damn am I precise with that rifle. It's uncanny. 30yd, sometimes 40yd, can shots no problem.
I used to take my Dad's out into the hills. NRA American Rifleman's March issues has this rifle fetured. Right away i recognized it. Dad is gone now but his rifle is still on this earth somewhere. ANd you do have the very early modle as per the NRA write up.
carlton moore i got a 67-a for my 9th birth day i am 70 yrs old now it is a boys rifle model my daddy brought it a hard ware store for $21.50, brand new.i will be passing it down to my son.
I have one exactly like that. My first gun, also. Still in good shape (although I think yours might be in a little better shape) and still shoots great. You're quite right, it makes you slow down and enjoy it.
First one I had was rusted and stock pitted .second one i have now is mint bluing and stock .fold the first one knowing i would find another one. They made 647000 from 1933-1964
the fascination of .22 rimfire is because everything else is 1 to 2 bucks a shot who the hell can afford to crap that kind of bread down a pipe and call it fun unless ya get it fer nothin' nobody has to bust balls anymore fer nothin
I recently found one of these in storage that belonged to my grandfather. I wish I could have asked him about it, but unfortunately he passed away a few years ago. It's similar to yours with the finger grooves and thumb screw and, based on my own research, I came to the same conclusion that placed its date of production in 1934 or 1935. It still shoots beautifully, and it is definitely a prized part of my collection.
From what I can find, your very nice rifle was made between April 1934 - mid 1935. That chrome problem seems to be common on these. I suppose it wasn't high quality. Single-shot guns are a great way to train for accuracy. Since each shot requires more loading time, you're less likely to blast away carelessly.
Remove the bolt. Turn the bolt up side down. Look for patient pending at the back of the bolt next to the safety. I understand these to be the early models. 1934. I have one my dads uncle bought new in 1934. He changed the stock to a 67a stock because it was real walnut. I also just bought another in rough Finnish but all original. I love them.
Hi Eric. I tried your suggestion myself and the underside of my bolt does say "patent pending." I already knew that it was manufactured in '34 or early '35 based on its features, but if I understand you correctly, this narrows it down to a 1934 production. If that's the case, then I greatly appreciate the insight as I'm trying to learn more about the history of this cool little firearm =)
The 67's (67A) won't have dates or serial numbers. Dates are most often determined by the serial number. Serial numbers weren't required until the gun control act of 1968 and there were no more 67's manufactured after 1963.
@@3OCALM1 Since I posted this three years ago I had a gunsmith inspect and research my 67. He told me it must have been made in the first year of manufacture (1934-35) because there was a finger groove in the stock. I realize there are no dates and serial numbers. So it’s an 86 year old gun at least.
@@OwassoYankeyGardenRailway This was found on The Highroad: www.thehighroad.org/index.php?threads/dating-a-winchester-model-67.22973/ "The Model 67 was introduced alongside the Model 68 in May 1934 and immediately proved popular. As with other Winchester models, various design changes were made over time. The finger grooves in the stock were eliminated in late 1935. The bolt retaining spring was eliminated in August 1937. The stock was enlarged in October 1937 so the takedown screw would fit flush with the bottom, the forearm was changed to a semi-beavertail shape, and the pistol grip was made more pronounced. The sear and extractor were modified in January 1938 to throw ejected cases farther when the bolt was opened. An optional .22 WRF chambering was added in April 1938 to the standard rifle. The same sights used on the Model 68 were offered as options for the Model 67 starting in August 1943. In an effort to render Winchester products more visible when stored vertically on retailers' racks, an inlaid bronze stylized "W" logo was added to the trigger guard in March 1944. The logo was changed to red paint at an unknown later date. In place of the earlier chrome plating, blued finish was used on the bolt, trigger, and cocking piece starting in October 1944. The firing pin design was changed in January 1946. Sources: Houze 1993, p. 160 & Henshaw 1993, pp. 104-105. Approximately 383,597[1] to 652,538[2] Model 67s had been produced when production ceased in 1963.[8] The Model 67 was never produced with serial numbers for the American market because they were not required on American firearms prior to the Gun Control Act of 1968, but an unknown number bound for foreign markets had serial numbers applied.[1] Prices of the Model 68 on today's collector market remain reasonable due to the model's high production numbers. The Boy's Rifle commands a slight premium, while the relatively rare .22 WRF and smoothbore versions are worth more than double the standard rifle, and the very rare Model 677 is worth nearly ten times standard value.[7]"
In 1934 or 1935, my grandmother ordered my dad this rifle from Sears & Roebuck. He told me he remembered coming home from Limestone grade school and it had been delivered by the mailman. I have the rifle. It is as new.
Awesome story!!
I have a Model 67 just like yours with the finger grooves. My dad purchased the rifle sometime before he entered the service for WW2. It was the rifle I learned to shoot in the 1950s. Like you said, it's not very valuable, but to me it is priceless.
I bought one just like yours 1934-35 year model in the late 80s when i was 18 from a friend that needed money. He had no idea it's history. Man if that little rifle could talk.
I inherited my Dad's. Mine taught dozens of kids firearms safety, how to shoot, and even made a few of us good at it. Awesome little rifle. Super simple, safe, stunningly accurate, and just a joy to shoot. I'm sure your Grandfather recognized it as something absolutely timeless. THIS is the definition of plinking. Thanks
My grandmother always kept a single shot .22 in her kitchen to take care of anything messing with her chickens or eating her garden. I have a 67 that I bought for my great nephew, he's 5 and a half. I'm hoping that 75 years from now he's telling people I bought it for him and it's the first rifle he ever shot.
I paid $19.00 for mine, used from a pawn shop, days after I got out of the Navy in December 1972. Taught my son to shoot with it, but it with a 27" barrel it was a little hard to manage so I bought him another kids version ... a Remington single shot bolt action ... we both have kept them.
G'day Mate, from Queensland Australia.Your 67 could be mistaken for mine.Like yours,mine (belonged to my dad,bought for 3 quid)was severely neglected.I learned to shoot with it and could kill hares at 130 paces.Years later,loving it so much, I restored it Handed it back to dad,he held it for a few minutes and
said I best keep it.I'm 69 now and my eyes are fading.I have other guns,but this one is still my
favourite.Hope my son will appreciate it as much as I. Mine is 1935-6 also.Thanks for your vid. Cheers
I also have one just like yours so it must be from 1934 or 35 as well. It was my grandfather’s. My father also had a Winchester Model 67 that he shared with his brother as a little boy. My uncle had it, but when my uncle got to be middle aged he gave it back to my father since it was half his. When my father died, I gave it back to my uncle. I still have my grandfather’s Winchester 67. It can easily reach out 150 yards. Not bad for a 90 year old gun.
Grandpa's only firearm. He never had much but his Winchester 67 put a lot of small game on the table. I learned shooting on it and long afternoons plinking Prince Albert tobacco pocket tins. My cousin has that rifle. I bought one like it at a gun show and it keeps grandpa and those times close.
My grandmother told me my grandfather split wood for neibor for 50 cents a cord and saved up for this gun..she gave it to me in the 80s..I didn't really appreciate it until I got older..it's my favorite gun now..I have enough ammo to shoot it for the rest of my life lol
Awesome story!
Hey buddy, I know exactly how you feel. I have a few regrets about some of the firearms I grew up with and how I neglected them at times. Atleast you still have yours, I sold mine.
Sweet and special ole Winchester 67 you have.
Loved the slow mo at the end, one of the best I’ve watched!!
Great story. I wish I would have inherited my Granddad's guns. It was not to be, but I do have my memories of hunting with him that are cherished. I also picked up a 67 to relive my boyhood all over again. Keep shooting that fine rifle and keep those memories alive.
I inherited one from my father. I believe if I remember right he bought it from him older brother when he was a kid for $1. I used that thing a ton and it is one of the best shooting guns I have ever shot. Its spot on with that little front sight.
Fun video. And, good shooting! 👍🏼 I am in the process of refurbishing one I bought at auction.
My first gun was a single shot Remington 510 that my son “acquired.” 😎 I missed it so much, and he shoots it so well, I bought myself one at auction.
I like single shot rifles, too, as do many hunters. I would love a Ruger No. 1.
Thanks!
I have one. It was my grandmother's. I just inherited it. Thank you for this video!
I also just inherited one.
I have one from my grandfather..it's my favorite gun
Ive got my grandfather's 67 and I'm starting to restore it now.
I have a similar early model just like yours. My dad gave it to me years after he acquired it. It is hands down my favorite rifle. When I go to visit friends for a shooting weekend, it's the first gun in the car. Love how with sub-sonic, or even better, shorts, it is quiet enough without a suppressor. No ear pro needed. Also, damn am I precise with that rifle. It's uncanny. 30yd, sometimes 40yd, can shots no problem.
I used to take my Dad's out into the hills. NRA American Rifleman's March issues has this rifle fetured. Right away i recognized it. Dad is gone now but his rifle is still on this earth somewhere. ANd you do have the very early modle as per the NRA write up.
You are right about the age of the gun,but the groves in the stock,I have one very early one only made one or two years
carlton moore i got a 67-a for my 9th birth day i am 70 yrs old now it is a boys rifle model my daddy brought it a hard ware store for $21.50, brand new.i will be passing it down to my son.
Holy carp! What an ending!
Nice Winchester and yes it's the first version model 67A.
I have one exactly like that. My first gun, also. Still in good shape (although I think yours might be in a little better shape) and still shoots great. You're quite right, it makes you slow down and enjoy it.
I have one, shoots great!
I had a 67A. I'm not sure about all of the differences, but it did not have the finger-grooves in the for end.
I have an old sugar shot 22 le bolt action rifle and it’s accurate
My grandpa just gave me his as my first gun
First one I had was rusted and stock pitted .second one i have now is mint bluing and stock .fold the first one knowing i would find another one. They made 647000 from 1933-1964
1934 to 1963.
I have the exact same one
the fascination of .22 rimfire is because everything else is 1 to 2 bucks a shot who the hell can afford to crap that kind of bread down a pipe and call it fun unless ya get it fer nothin' nobody has to bust balls anymore fer nothin
I have one love it
Tenho uma igual a essa aqui no Brasil
34 or 35
worth $300 on the low side.
What is the length of the barrel?
27 inches
I recently found one of these in storage that belonged to my grandfather. I wish I could have asked him about it, but unfortunately he passed away a few years ago. It's similar to yours with the finger grooves and thumb screw and, based on my own research, I came to the same conclusion that placed its date of production in 1934 or 1935. It still shoots beautifully, and it is definitely a prized part of my collection.
From what I can find, your very nice rifle was made between April 1934 - mid 1935. That chrome problem seems to be common on these. I suppose it wasn't high quality. Single-shot guns are a great way to train for accuracy. Since each shot requires more loading time, you're less likely to blast away carelessly.
My father just passed down to me his 67a. Thanks for sharing
I have one I bout it for $80. I love to shoot it. I gave it to my 8yr old son as his first rifle he loves it! Great video👍
Remove the bolt. Turn the bolt up side down. Look for patient pending at the back of the bolt next to the safety. I understand these to be the early models. 1934. I have one my dads uncle bought new in 1934. He changed the stock to a 67a stock because it was real walnut. I also just bought another in rough Finnish but all original. I love them.
Hi Eric. I tried your suggestion myself and the underside of my bolt does say "patent pending." I already knew that it was manufactured in '34 or early '35 based on its features, but if I understand you correctly, this narrows it down to a 1934 production. If that's the case, then I greatly appreciate the insight as I'm trying to learn more about the history of this cool little firearm =)
I own 2 just like yours and yes it slows you down and i just love both guns and they are killer at 100yds. 150 on a good day when i can see well...
HA, awesome last 2 liter shot!
I agree, I like the 22 single shots, slower, more relaxing shooting. Even though I have the AR/AK/FAL/G3 stuff..
I have one that belonged to my dad when he was a kid in the 1950s. I can’t find a date on it. Mine looks almost exactly like that.
The 67's (67A) won't have dates or serial numbers. Dates are most often determined by the serial number. Serial numbers weren't required until the gun control act of 1968 and there were no more 67's manufactured after 1963.
@@3OCALM1 Since I posted this three years ago I had a gunsmith inspect and research my 67. He told me it must have been made in the first year of manufacture (1934-35) because there was a finger groove in the stock. I realize there are no dates and serial numbers. So it’s an 86 year old gun at least.
@@OwassoYankeyGardenRailway
This was found on The Highroad:
www.thehighroad.org/index.php?threads/dating-a-winchester-model-67.22973/
"The Model 67 was introduced alongside the Model 68 in May 1934 and immediately proved popular. As with other Winchester models, various design changes were made over time.
The finger grooves in the stock were eliminated in late 1935.
The bolt retaining spring was eliminated in August 1937.
The stock was enlarged in October 1937 so the takedown screw would fit flush with the bottom, the forearm was changed to a semi-beavertail shape, and the pistol grip was made more pronounced.
The sear and extractor were modified in January 1938 to throw ejected cases farther when the bolt was opened.
An optional .22 WRF chambering was added in April 1938 to the standard rifle.
The same sights used on the Model 68 were offered as options for the Model 67 starting in August 1943.
In an effort to render Winchester products more visible when stored vertically on retailers' racks, an inlaid bronze stylized "W" logo was added to the trigger guard in March 1944. The logo was changed to red paint at an unknown later date.
In place of the earlier chrome plating, blued finish was used on the bolt, trigger, and cocking piece starting in October 1944.
The firing pin design was changed in January 1946.
Sources: Houze 1993, p. 160 & Henshaw 1993, pp. 104-105.
Approximately 383,597[1] to 652,538[2] Model 67s had been produced when production ceased in 1963.[8] The Model 67 was never produced with serial numbers for the American market because they were not required on American firearms prior to the Gun Control Act of 1968, but an unknown number bound for foreign markets had serial numbers applied.[1]
Prices of the Model 68 on today's collector market remain reasonable due to the model's high production numbers. The Boy's Rifle commands a slight premium, while the relatively rare .22 WRF and smoothbore versions are worth more than double the standard rifle, and the very rare Model 677 is worth nearly ten times standard value.[7]"
Mine has the non-recessed screw but no forearm fluting, so according to you '36-'37...pawn shop purchase for me.
when disassembled under side of barrel will have a letter can tell more on date.
I read that letter was the initial of the inspector who approved the rifle.
Just got one , got some 40 grain long rifle rounds but there to long what exact size do you use