A borrowed Model 71 was used to test the accompanying handloads. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Overall length was 2.700". Looking for previous installments of our "Behind the Bullet" series? I have shot some coyotes and deer with it. The used ones cost a ton! I own Kruger Ammunition in Indiana. Noooooow we understand what was going on in. The best 100-yard, three-shot groups hovered around 2 inches certainly adequate given the sights and likely uses. Though discontinued in 1958, there are still many good Model 71 rifles on the used marketincluding some newer rifles from Cimarron and Browningand the cartridge remains a perfectly viable choice for nearly any game species, albeit at closer ranges. :question: congrats.:topjob: Those are some great pics and congrats on the moose, looks like a good one. Biebs said: The Model 71 is a top-eject levergun, so they come factory drilled & tapped on the side of the receiver for use of a peep or ghost ring sight. It was the standard version, sans checkering, sling swivels and pistol grip cap. This is not a big number for Winchester, but it was not a small run, either. Joined: Sat Sep 22, 2007 12:43 am. Is the .348 Winchester a practical choice, as far as ammunition availability and modern rifle production? The differences are entirely subjective. Vertical stringing at 100 yards was due to velocity variations. Touted as being one of the most powerful lever action cartridges available, it was popular for hunting large game all across America. Eventually all three bullet weights were available as Silvertips. Even though its only 2.5X, I can shoot it better, farther and in poorer light than I can with an aperture. Mag. All Archery & Bow Hunting; Archery Supplies; Bows; Crossbows; Books, Videos & Literature. That Model 71 looks like it is very much at home. Its Model 54 bolt action was successful, but at its heart, Winchester was a lever-action company when it came to rifles. Today, this window has shrunk. You're lucky to find one in a moose, they seem to always exit! Cutting Edge provided two bullets, a 175-grain Lever Raptor and a 200-grain Lever Solid. Menu. The .348 Winchester is an American rifle cartridge. This in turn leads to case stretching. Farmer 1 wrote on Mark Biggerstaff's profile. Recently acquired 1936 Winchester Mod. But not all cartridge choices are about practicality; if so wed all be shooting a .30-06 Springfield. Performance. Nice to see it come out of retirement and get to do a little work. . Really liking those woodleighs. Muzzle velocities for the 200-grain bullet have been reported from 2,520 to 2,535 fps. While the 86 came in a number of different cartridges, the Model 71 would be chambered for a single, new cartridgethe .348 Winchesterwith a handful of very rare exceptions. . Richard Mann. Using 250gr Woodleigh and 48gr H4895 at 150 yds or so. The Revolution is POF's 308 that handles like a 5.56 - because it is the same size and weight as one by using a 5.56 bolt carrier and other 5.56 parts allowing for a shorter overall receiver size and reduced weight. The muzzle energy (ME) of this load is 2820 ft. lbs. That thing throws a 200-grain bullet over 2,500 fps. Kinda neet rack with good width and skinny palms! Now that I could sure sink my teeth into! 2,810 ft.lbs.) The .35 Remington (1906) With considerably more thump than any .30/30, the .35 Remington was and remains a favorite of North Woods deer hunters. 1,500 ft/lbs energy range: 380 yards. But for those of us who admire the handiness of the action type and the slower and quieter pace of hunting in the woods, there will always be a place for a good lever action. The 250-grain load was first offered with a Silvertip bullet. It was the last of Winchester's heavy American Game lever guns, the Winchester Model 71 in .348 Winchester. The figures at 200 yards are 1931 fps and 1656 ft. lbs. ACCOUNT. cartridge. Lots of other people before you have made it necessary for you to prove yourself as an honest businessman. Probably not needed, but it would be an interesting endeavor. Lever actions tend to lock up at the rear of the bolt, thereby allowing for a certain amount of flexing upon firing. Mag..243 Winchester vs. 6mm Remington7x57mm Mauser vs. 7mm-08 Remington.25-06 Remington vs. .257 Weatherby Magnum.338 Winchester vs. .375 H&H Magnum.30-30 Winchester vs. .35 Remington.257 Roberts vs. .250-3000 Savage.270 Winchester vs. .280 Remington.35 Whelen vs. 9.3x62mm Mauser.416 Rigby vs. .416 Remington Magnum.308 Winchester vs. .30-06 Springfield.22 Nosler vs. .224 Valkyrie.300 Win. Traded, not because they were bad in any way but because I wanted to learn about other rifles and cast for hunting. A Lee Factory Crimp Die accomplished this chore well on bullets with and without cannelures. While the 200 is what has survived, it was the 250-grain bullet that was reached for when the animals got large. PRICE IS FIRM .Click for more info. These dimensions are from current sources such as the Hornady Handbook of Cartridge Reloading, 10th Edition. #1. This one predates the tang safety models. Long-tang Model 71s are more desirable, but theres little difference in utility.CB. Can Coolers | An Official Journal Of The NRA, Find More Great NRA Publications Perfect For Every Interest, Discover Everything That The NRA Has To Offer. You must log in or register to reply here. However, if I wanted to continue to hunt with a .348, my older eyes needed a scope. I too shot a moose with a Woodleigh, the 275 grain protected point (358 Win), and I never found either bullet. Coming up with a good target / hunting load for the Model 71 Winchester in 348 caliber, using a receiver mounted Williams Peep-sight, using Varget Power Quality Cartridge cartridges and 200 grain flat point bullets. Smith Wesson Governor for sale and auction. Designed to make manufacturing a bit easier with improvements to handle the new cartridge that was introduced . May the time go fast to solstice. Calling and shooting predators is one of the things that helps hunters get from the end of the fall seasons to when the turkeys start gobbling. vs. .300 WSM.223 Remington vs. .22-250 Remington. Winchesters loadings were a 150-grain bullet at 2,890 fps, a 200-grain bullet at 2,530 fps and a 250-grain bullet at 2,350 fps. The new Sako Finnlight II sports an innovative stock and Cerakote metal paired with the terrific 85 action. Even with simplified manufacturing, the Model 71 was expensive. Clearly, the previous owner had shot it little, if at all, as such performance would be unacceptable under any condition. The 348 has some serious powder capacity as is, I'd have no qualms swaging down 310 grain .358" woodleighs to .348", especially if you get that rifle "improved". Looking for previous installments of our "Head to Head" series? It may not display this or other websites correctly. MENU. Another snag was discovered during the handloading and shooting process. 4. Looking back, the Model 71 and its cartridge may well be anachronisms, relics of an earlier age. When I was a boy Win loaded all three bullet weights, 150, 200 and 250 grainers. Cutting Edge makes a 175-grain bullet, which is probably the limit for length in an unleaded bullet. The Standard had smooth wood and no factory sling swivel studs. That Woodliegh still weighing 242 grains is impressive. To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. To show viewers how to succeed at long range, J. Guthrie gears up for a challenging shot while chasing Colorado pronghorn at long range with DPMS' Panther 6.5 Creedmoor. Caliber .348 Winchester. Model 71 in 348 Winchester: The most righteous combination!! One thing I quickly learned is that the setup works perfectly with 200-grain and lighter bullets. Sized to 0.349. You could easily say the same about a Model 88 or Model 70 in .358 Winchester, though a competent reloader can, quickly and easily, convert .308 Winchester or .338 Federal brass into .358 Winchester, and there are all sorts of good .358-inch-diameter bullets available for handloading. Shot 20 rounds today, all with a NEI 255 gr gas check, lubed and sized with gas check comes out to 260 grains. Barrel 24". For game such as pronghorn and whitetail, I would not select bullets heavier than 200 grains. Its lighter weight and handling characteristics have made it a favorite with those who hunt and fish where contact with big bears is likely. 348 winchester for sale and auction. 4406 Rathbun Lane. The .348 Winchester was developed for the Winchester Model 71 lever action rifle in 1936. At 54.7 grains, accuracy was excellent, there were no pressure signs in my rifle, and velocity was 2,830 fps. of muzzle energy, the .348 Winchester was well-suited to a top-eject lever gun, which predominately relied on iron sights. This isnt a big deal to me because 250-grain .348 bullets are almost non-existent, and for the hunting purposes I have for this rig, I dont need them. You are using an out of date browser. Read on for his take on this Thai-inspired fusion dish. KMG Hunting Safaris - SOUTH AFRICA, NAMIBIA, MOZAMBIQUE Email [email protected] Mobile +27 (82) . You are really lucky to not only have come across one but bought it as well. Good bull, too. 71 with bolt peep sight and a nice bull (52inches). . And last, a cast RCBS 348-200-GC 200-grain bullet. Bore Bore is bright and shiny with well-defined rifling. Based on the .50-110 blackpowder cartridge, necked down to hold bullets of nominal diameter, the rimmed .348 Winchester offered ballistic flexibility, with three different bullet weights offered in the factory-loaded ammunition. Though slower, the heavier bullet is a hard kicker. I ended up with 10 jacketed bullets ranging in weight from 175 to 270 grains, plus one 200-grain bullet cast from an RCBS mould. IMR-4895, the long-time favorite, was the fastest-burning powder selected and performed extremely well across the board, but other slower powders, all the way to H-4831, had their moments. I CAN PROVIDE REFERENCES ON GUN SALES. Bout time to see some pictures of guys shooting moose with lever rifles. Hornady offers the 200-grain FTX and a 200-grain roundnose InterLock as component bullets, but few other mainstream choices remain. 1886 Winchesters in 45-70 and 33 Winchester. To get a proper field of view, I just grind my cheek a little harder into the comb. It looks to have the same ballistics 2500fps for the 200gr. WACA Guest. With it came the .348 Win. That said, keeping cases trimmed to 2.245 inches, setting the shoulder back no more than is absolutely necessary to smoothly close the action and not seeking the maximum muzzle velocity not only solved the problem, but also ensured a reasonable case life of five or more loadings. Keith got his wish because apparently the 250-grain load came along shortly. Sounds like you took all the right steps. 1d 20h. Have a good winter and thanks for sharing. Today the .50 Alaskan is a very popular conversion of the .348 Winchester cartridge. The 200-grain bullet was always the most popular. $1,295.00 . If it were mine (and if I still shot or hunted) I'd start looking for reloading dies, scrounge cases from every where I could imagine - and seriously consider casting my own bullets for it. Just got back from using a Win 1895 in .405 in RSA, no worries. Hornady is the one major manufacturer offering ammo for both cartridges, with the 200-grain FTX loaded in the LEVERevolution line for the .348 Win., and the 200-grain InterLock in the Custom ammo line for the .358 Win. For those who enjoy hunting with Winchester lever-action rifles, we've got a pair of fantastic cartridges for this comparison, purposely suited to their particular rifles, with enough horsepower to fill the role of an all-around cartridge. I keep thinking I'll get a long shot but it never seems to happen. Pet Loads and Handloader are registered trademarks of Wolfe Publishing Company. Bottles & 12-oz. Though it has plenty of power, far more than is necessary, there are quite a few . The current Winchester .348 factory load uses a 200 grain Silvertip bullet (SD .236) at a muzzle velocity (MV) of 2520 fps from a 24" barrel. Mag..300 RSAUM vs. .300 WSM .500 Jeffrey vs. .505 Gibbs7mm RUM vs. .300 RUM.308 Winchester vs. 7mm-08 Remington6.5 Creedmoor vs. .260 Remington.303 British vs. 8x57 Mauser.30-06 Springfield vs. All Other .30s.17 HMR vs. .17 WSM.450 Nitro Express vs. .470 Nitro Express350 Legend vs. .35 Remington.280 Ackley Improved vs. 7mm Rem. For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction; that is one of the physical laws of our universe. Batemanthat's a fine looking rifle, and appears to have the original butt plate. Winchester does periodic runs of 200-grain .348, and in 2019 Hornady added a 200-grain .348 to its LeverEvolution line. Buy BOX OF 20 ROUNDS WESTERN MADE .348 WINCHESTER CALIBER AMMUNITION: GunBroker is the largest seller of Vintage Ammo Ammunition All: 970793363. . I got the AI just before I went to Africa so just started playing with it. Stock style and barrels differed, but cosmetically and almost mechanically, it is an 86, although few parts are interchangeable. In designing the .348, Winchester started with the .50-110 case, which had the largest head and rim of any rimmed lever action cartridge. We've got you covered. .35 Whelen vs. .375 H&H Magnum 7mm PRC vs. 7mm Remington Magnum 6.8 Western vs. .270 Winchester .218 Hornet vs. .218 Bee .338-06 A-Square vs. .35 Whelen .308 Winchester vs. .300 Winchester Magnum 6.5 Creedmoor vs. 6.5 PRC .22 LR vs. .22 WMR .30-06 Springfield vs. .300 Winchester Magnum .300 Wby. I dont use lever actions all the time, but I love them dearly. Sadly, the Model 71 rifle was discontinued in 1958making way for the excellent Model 88 in .358 Winchesterbut the ammunition continued to be offered by Winchester-Western, though by 1962, both the 150- and 250-grain loads were dropped. Took that rifle out that fall and shot a forked horn moos with it. Despite its relatively short run and limited production numbers, the Model 71 and Browning look-alikes are held in high esteem in Alaska.