Winchester 1907 Semi Auto .351 Win Rifle AR Precursor Pershing Brosnan
SOLD FOR: $1375
WOA#: WY22061356001
Make: Winchester
Model: 1907
Serial Number: 56523
Year of Manufacture: 1954
Caliber: .351 Winchester
Action Type: Semi Auto
Markings: Left side of the barrel is marked “MADE IN NEW HAVEN CONN US OF AMERICA — WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL — — WINCHESTER TRADEMARK MODEL 07 — —.351 CAL—”. Left side and bottom of receiver are marked “56523”. Baseplate of magazine is marked “—.351 CAL —”
Barrel Length: 20”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is is a fixed dovetailed blade. The rear sight is an adjustable dovetailed leaf sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a split wooden buttstock and handguard. The stock overall is in Fine-Very Good condition, with the only notable blemishes being a gouge on the left side of the handguard and a chip on the bottom of the buttstock. The LOP measures 14” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 1x 5rd Magazine
Type of Finish: Blued, Wood
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is sharp and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows wear. wear. The screw heads are sharp. The pins are clean. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions as intended. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: Grab up this revolutionary Winchester firearm! The Winchester Model 1907 is an early Semi-Automatic rifle that has a unique front charging tube. Chambered in .351 Winchester, this rifle can take up to 20 round magazines comfortably. Its semi-automatic nature and theoretical ability to be converted to full auto puts this rifle firmly in the realm of being a precursor to the modern assault rifle. The 1907 served many roles throughout its career, including as a military rifle in French service, a sidearm for the US Air Signal Corp during Pershing’s Punitive Expedition into Mexico, and a longarm for various police forces. It also had a starring role in the hit television show The Son with Pierce Brosnan. Grab up this unique Winchester today and hold a piece of history!
