In terms of relative performance, the .218 Bee falls between the smaller .22 Hornet, and the larger .222 Remington and the more popular .223 Remington. Old Arms of Idaho strives to keep firearms fixable from the very old to the very new. This transition took place almost exactly half way through the Model 43 production. That is important to me due to my plans to restore it back to like-new, but modified from its original design and condition. Of slight concern on the earlier production rifles likes yours, is the head space. and their Social Media platforms in Washington State, you might have seen the auction advertised there as a Private Owner Collection from James G Murphy Auctions. RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. Though I have plenty of varmint rifles hanging around (.204 Ruger Thomson Single Bull, .223 Remington AR Bushmaster, .22-250 Ruger M77 Bull.) It appears to be a nice rifle and needs a good cleaning. It came off of a ladys fathers boat. The magazines are interchangeable in either grade. My goal is to replace the few missing hardware pieces and eventually do a little plinking. I do not see where you get the idea of a 3rd screw from. I have longed to own the .22 Hornet.. My wife inherited a Model 43, sn30575a, 22 Hornet, Standard. The Model 43 was a nice little rifle and often described as the poor man's Model 70, but those I owned in .22 Hornet and .218 Bee years ago were nowhere near as accurate as my Winchester models 54 and 70 in .22 Hornet. I recently found a replacement hood sight and put it back on the rifle. NEED MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL OUR OFFICE, WE ARE LOCATED IN WESTERN NEW YORK STATE. Selling original Winchester type 1A rear sight elevator with, Selling original Winchester pre-64 model 70 steel butt-plate, Selling original Winchester 1873 carbine trap-door butt-plat, WTB: Winchester model 70 Marksman coarse checkered butt pla, Suggestions for replacing or restoring a worn-out 1873 carbi. When I was a small boy, my Grandpa shook me awake early one Saturday morning on a weekend I was staying with them. Winchester Model 43 218 BEE 5 RDS Magazine Mag Mags Made in the USA! Guarda esta bsqueda para recibir notificaciones y avisos cuando los artculos estn disponibles. WE ARE CLASS 1 FEDERAL FIREARMS LICENSED DEALER. Based on my research survey, the odds are very high that your rifle is chambered for the 218 Bee cartridge is it? Cases are also easily formed from .32-20 WCF brass. A forum community dedicated to all firearm owners and enthusiasts. Rate of twist for each calibre 1885 model? BORE EXCELLENT ALONG WITH FACTORY BLUE AND WOOD FINISH. Mon-Fri: 10:00am 4:00pmSaturday & Sunday: Closed. Not drilled and tapped for scope blocks except for a few late rifles. WACA 6571L, Historian & Board of Director Member, Hey Guys, New to the forum. I saw as I was browsing the site that you were looking for data on Model 43s for a research project. I have a collection of about 50 of them. Its a great shooter in any case. There is no major damage to be noted, no scratches, scuffs, gouges or rust. WINCHESTER 43 Magazine 218 BEE 4RD Gun #: 919100288 Seller: yankee clipper 1611 GA Sales: 816 $50.00 Full Details 1 Image (s) Bee Stinger Stabilizer - Microhex Hunting 6 Black Gun #: 964170864 Seller: GunFactory ( FFL) $77.11 Full Details 1 Image (s) Bee Stinger Stabilizer Sport - Hunter Extreme 6 Black Gun #: 900838411 Seller: GunFactory ( FFL) I have found a schematic and wonder if there is any info available for dis and reassembly on line (or elsewhere)? Now that it is clear I am pathetically sentimental, and talk too much, I should get to the point! Manufactured from 1948 to 1953, the Model 43 was chambered for the 25-20 Win, 32-20 Win, 218 Bee, and 22 Hornet cartridges. All because for once in my life, luck was on my side and I happened to end-up with the ONE every collector is looking for! I have just recently acquired a model 43 in 22 hornet.with a serial number 15525 am I able to get a manufacture date and possibly a review on quality and aquracy.i have not yet had the chance to shoot it and would love to know what I can expect, Drew said WINCHESTER MODEL 43 218 BEE RIFLE WITH SCOPE (1951 YEAR MODEL) Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories. WEIGHT - 6 LBS. The cartridge was originally chambered in the Winchester Model 65 lever-action rifles, which may have ultimately led to its lack of popularity. The .218 Bee like the ancient .22 Hornet remains curiously popular despite the availability of superior, mild-mannered .224-caliber bullets such as the .221 Remington Fireball and .222 Remington. Winchester Model 43 - .218 Bee $ 1,699.00 For sale is a Winchester Model 43 bolt-action rifle in .218 Bee. Myarticle discussing the Model 43 is available for viewing here on the WACA website foranyone who is a WACA member in good standing. The latter is likely one of the strongest actions offered for this cartridge; one that would allow pursuing the Bees true potential. I havent been here long so not sure if you guys give approx values but I would estimate to be in VG 98% condition. Gun has the factory knurled steel butt plate. BORE EXCELLENT ORIGINAL FACTORY FINISH OF WOOD AND METAL PARTS. Im happy to help in any way I can. Something went wrong. I have always wanted a .218 Bee, but wasnt sure on what to look for, so I settled for this one. Opens in a new window or tab. Produced from 1949 to 1957, with about 63,000 sold. WACA 6571L, Historian & Board of Director Member. .218 Bee Very good condition, comes with one mag. The Model 43 is a very simplistic design, and does not require much disassembly to properly clean. and the scope mount is not factory (correct?). New or newer Bee-compatible powders used here include Vihtavuori N-120, Accurate 1680, Hodgdons LilGun and CFE-BLK and Shooters World Blackout. Smooth action and weighted just right to be a range gun or field gun. Based upon reading this forum and date site, appears to have been manufactured in 1950 (what month?) My typo. Looking for what information I can find and possibly find other vintage scope options I may have and possibly other front hoods that may have been used that will fit the 43. This hinges on the fact that, again like the Hornet, the Bee is just flat-out fun to shoot, producing negligible recoil and tolerable muzzle report. -Premium quality mag made in the USA. Just because of this thread, and the time you have taken to answer everyones questions, I became a Member of WACA today!! If you read the article that I wrote (in the Spring 2016 Collector magazine), it explains the Model 43 production history in better detail. Any help would be great. As a varmint shooter who spends a lot of time under a hot sun, I find newer temperature-insensitive formulas give me peace of mind. The rifle retains 95% plus original blue finish showing very limited handling marks. WINCHESTER 43, .218 BEE, 4 RD: ORIGIN - USA. Save winchester model 43 218 bee to get e-mail alerts and updates on your eBay Feed. That being said, I dont want to restore the rifle if it does some crazy thing to the value! If you are still working on it and there is anything I can provide, regarding this rifle, please let me know. You must be a subscriber to see the full article. Caliber. Receiver behind bolt is square cut not angled, has the swept bolt, & serial # is 20078A. The rifle was also chambered in .22 Hornet, .25-20 and .32-20 Winchester. I would be interested in reading this article where can I find it, I have a model 43 .22 hornet with a high serial number I am also searching for a clip. Can you tell me if your rifle is a Standard, or a Special? WINCHESTER MODEL 43 CALIBER 218 BEE. Thin-jacketed, cup-and-core bullets are the logical choice for varmint shooting with the Bee, with Hornet-label bullets generally recommended to assure rapid expansion and reliable stabilization from the 1:16 rifling twist. When I return, Ill double check the bevel on the receiver ring and the shape of the bolt. cartridge. Mechanically excellent. You are considering a vintage Winchester Model 43 Barrel -- it's chambered for 218 Bee. The receiver and bolt were improved beginning in January 1950 to strengthen the action to help prevent head space issues. This low magnification and relatively coarse crosshairs might have negatively affected groups somewhat. Im trying to post pics but my Imgur links arent working with your insert image button not sure what Im doing wrong. Unfortunately, I missed out on a couple of the ones I really wanted (Ruger M77 .220 Swift) And a few Winchester Lever Guns in .38/.357/.45 Colt etc. Hey Guys, New to the forum. Time-tested standbys include similar Hodgdon 110 and Winchester 296, Alliant Reloder 7, Accurate 2460 and Hodgdons temperature stable Extreme Series H-4198. As long as you stick with factory loaded ammo, it should not be an issue unless it already has developed excessive head space problems. That said, some of the older powders provide outstanding accuracy and velocity, and precautions such as assuring ammunition boxes remain in the shade, or even placing them in your iced drink cooler on especially hot days, are standard procedures even with the newest powders. Im off to eBay for my daily check. Algo sali mal. The DOM was 6/23/148. Is it a Standard or a Special Model 43 rifle? ltima actualizacin de esta pgina: 01-May 19:56. EXCELLENT OVERALL BUTT PLATE AND WOOD HAVE SOME VERY LIGHT WATER DAMAGE ((BLACK IN COLOR))) SCOPE WEAVER K6 ALSO INCLUDED RECEIVER PEEP SIGHT. I acquired a model 43 serial number 19257A. Thanks. I am currently dealing with a case of Covid-19, but would enjoy chatting with you after I get over this CRUD! Manufactured from 1949 to 1957 with standard Winchester markings, hooded ramp front and elevation adjustable rear sights and receiver tapped for sight/scope mounting. Winchester Model 43. Thanks for help, [emailprotected] said Model 43 Introduced in 1949. Hopefully, everything else about it is unscathed. Id also like to get an idea of the value of the rifle; but Ill hold off on that question until Ive gone through it and can produce some quality photos and an evaluation of its condition. Hey Bert, Thanks so much, its not tapped like I said 98% ish. Ill look more closely and take some photos next time Im home. Serial #10719. Winchester Model 43- Left Extractor w/Spring - .218 Bee, 32 WCF, 25-20 - New !! The barrel is in great condition overall and retains its factory finish. If you read the article that I wrote (in the Spring 2016 Collector magazine), it explains the Model 43 production history in better detail. There is a post in the forum by Bert with pictures of correct Model 43 .218 magazine for reference. It has 2 magazines. Bert, if you follow NW Sportsman Magazine (It appears we live just across the water from one another in Wa.) Winchester 43 .218 Bee (W6272) Price: $1,895.00 Item Number: W6272 Previously sold Winchester 43 .218 Bee caliber rifle. IF YOU SELECT BUY NOW AND DO NOT RESPOND TO ATTEMPTED CONTACT FROM CLASSIC FIREARMS WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE ITEM WILL BE RELISTED AND YOUR ACCOUNT WILL BE REPORTED TO GUNS INTERNATIONAL FOR FAILURE TO COMPLETE TRANSACTION.
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