Winchester Model 67 (1934 to 1963) is it safe to shoot

[Kenk]

I received my first rimfire rifle at ten from my dad, a Winchester Model 67 single-shot, bolt-action .22, as for its condition, it appears that it would be fine to shoot .22 shorts, as .22 LR's hang up, and do not eject property as I remember. Any thoughts on the safety of shooting this rifle? Being such a weeny cartridge, I can't imagine it would be a problem
Thanks

Ken

[The_Shadow]

Sounds like it needs a thorough cleaning!  I have seen where soot and carbon fouling from shorter cartridges can hamper the feeding of the longer ones, they create a crud ring at the end of the casing's mouth.  If you jamb a longer casing into the crud it can get stuck.  Be careful with these rim fire cartridges as if the rims get damaged they may discharge unexpectedly!

[Kenk]

Great point about any crud buildup. It looks fine from my visual inspection, but that doesn't really mean much, Thanks Shadow

Ken

[Kenk]

Thanks again Shadow, I gave the Model 67 a serious cleaning and the LR's now eject without an issue. It's actually a pretty cool old rifle, not to mention, it put a gazilion rabbit's on the table when I was a kid 😊

[sqlbullet]

I have a model 67 as well.  It is one of my favorite rifles.  It is a complete tack driver, and is pretty much stock.

[Kenk]

Absolutely, was an awesome single shot for a youngster

[Kenk]

It complements my Benjamin Franklin Model 342 BB gun from the late 60's as well, it was a pretty amazing multi pump BB gun for its day

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[Ten2six]

I have a 67A which is the youth model. It's a fun little rifle and one of my favorites.

[Kenk]

Absolutely 😊