From the Vault: Winchester Model 61 Rifle
This "From the Vault" video from Brownells Gun Tech™ Keith Ford dives deep into the Winchester Model 61, a pump-action .22 rifle often hailed as one of the greatest ever made. The video explores its historical context, noting how Winchester was prompted to develop the Model 61 in response to competitors' concealed-hammer .22s. It details the rifle's construction and elegant, simple action, highlighting its meticulous fit and finish. The description also touches on the various chamberings (.22 Long Rifle, .22 Short gallery guns, less common .22 WRF and .22 Winchester Magnum), its production run from 1932 to 1963, and its current collector value. The content aims to educate viewers on what makes the Model 61 so desirable.










