The deep dark original bluei for sale by GBEAR1 on GunsAmerica.com the best online marketplace for buying and selling semi auto pistols, firearms, accessories, and collectibles : 920169734 Winchester Model 43 in .218 Bee. I am looking for opinions on this rifle that I recently purchased. The .218 Bee was the first modern varmint cartridge designed expressly for a lever rifle Winchesters Model 65. The GyroJet pistol fires small rockets or microjets that utilize rocket propulsion to fire its rounds rather than the traditional gunpowder [], The Manurhin MR73 series of revolvers was developed specifically for the requirements of the French Gendarmerie and special service units of the French Police and Military. Joseph Von Benedikt visits with Aaron Oelger from Hodgdon about the unprecedented demand on the shooting supply industry. Serial #10719. overall length - 42.25" length of magazine - 2.33" The Author's Winchester Model 43 in .218 Bee The .22 Hornet was given to me by an old friend of mine who purchased it new, back in 1950. Modify Search. Introduced in 1933 in .25-20 and .32-20, the Model 65 had a 22-inch barrel and was produced until 1947, with just over 5,700 rifles built. If ammo and case . My Model 43 22 Hornet loves the Remington 45-gr HP factory load the best, and shoots 1/2-inch groups @100 yards with it. Its popularity is growing dramatically as more people realize the lethal power of this versatile and easy to use cartridge. The Mashburn Bee is sufficiently powerful for varmint's and was popular up until it was superceded by the .222 Remington. Model 670 Bolt Action. $4.00. it is also in PERFECT condition. Chambers: Bolt action. Winchester SUPER-X RIFLE .218 Bee 46 grain Jacketed Hollow Point Centerfire Rifle Ammo, 50 Rounds, X218B, MPN: X218B, UPC: 020892200494, Code: WQ-LAR-WIN338-X218B Compare ( 0 ) 1 item has been added (240) 347-4883 Please note, our lead time to fill orders is 2-3 weeks. SKU: 693M Price: $ 50.00 Add to cart 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 is basically a .32-20 Winchester case necked down to except .22-caliber projectiles, and is a mild varmint cartridge, similar to the .22 Hornet in ballistics.. Obsolete for many years, accept for a small run by Hornady in early 2017. Give a Gift Most of those in .25-20 and .32-20 were exported to Australia. Filter Results by: Displaying 1 to 6 (of 6 products) Displaying 1 to 6 (of 6 products) It is really easy to identify a factory drilled & tapped Model 43 from one that was not. Mag. The attached picture below is a factory original Model 43 Special rifle (click on the picture to enlarge it) note the checkering pattern on the stock, and the capped pistol grip. 1 single shot in the Bee. 30 Caliber M19A1 Brand New Ammo Can. 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All items sold AS IS per terms of the auction. This transition took place almost exactly half way through the Model 43 production. Can you assist me in determining the years with the serial numbers? I purchased this about 6 months ago and have shot it maybe a 100 times since then. Im impressed that your local gun shop seems to know a thing or two. (1949) The second one is in 218 Bee ser # 31xxxA. . The Speer bullet is a better performer on coyotes because it does not expand as quickly and penetration is greater. Another Winchester 1894 rifle described as with factory engr, PHOTOS UPDATED Mod 94 in service with Texas Rangers 1960's, Missing Winchester 71 from Amoskeag auction, What are the differences between the Lyman 48T and 48F recei, Need a 98c peep sight for a model 65 rifle (.218 Bee). Like many rifles in .22 Hornet, the majority of those in .218 Bee have barrels with a rifling twist rate of 1:16 inches. Use a .25-20 Winchester sizing die prior to the .218 Bee die, and you end up with a supply of cases. It ought to be especially good for rabbits past 100 yards where the energy of a .22 Long Rifle begins to fade. Specifications. A secondary shoulder will appear, but it vanishes on the first firing, and while the neck will be a bit shorter, it is not enough to matter. It can also be used in lever actions when single-loaded directly into the chamber. Assuming that it is in the 61,000 serial range, it was a late production rifle, and Yes, it was factory drilled & tapped for mounting a scope. (1950) None of these are drilled. But do you know how to properly use them? I am looking for opinions on this rifle that I recently purchased. 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If I switch to Winchester 45-gr SP ammo, my group immediately opens to nearly 2-inches @100 yards. Serial number- 52550A. Learn more here: http://bit.ly/1G7xXag. To correct this misstep, Winchester came out . Single Shell W-W Super Winchester .218 Bee Hollow Point - .218 Bee BuyItNow!-0 $2.00: Out-Of-Stock 15629603: Single Shell Winchester Super Speed .218 Bee Hollow Point - .218 Bee BuyItNow!-0 $2.00: In Stock 15337045: . This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. I made a truck varmint gun out of it, thinking it had no value. 24; 48; All . Based on my research survey, the odds are very high that your rifle is chambered for the 218 Bee cartridge is it? There are some compression marks in the checkering on the left side of the pistol grip. 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It predates the timer period in which Winchester factory drilled & tapped them for scope mounts. Serial number- 52550A. Moving on to other companies, Browning introduced a Japanese reproduction of the Winchester Model 65 in .218 Bee in 1980. Your rifle should have a swept bolt. When filled to the brim with water, the Winchester .218 Bee cases I have hold 14.2 grains, about 4.0 grains more than .22 Hornet cases also made by Winchester. Doing so does not require form dies, but attempting to neck down with a .218 Bee full-length resizing die alone will result in collapsed shoulders. Is this a bad thing? Max is 1.345. 1950ish Winchester Model 43 in 218 Bee. Cartridge Saga, as used in the Winchester Mode. Featured Gun Classifieds Winchester Rifles - Model 43, Winchester Model 43, 22 Hornet, DOM 1950, 99% Overtall, Bolt Action, Beautiful Deluxe Checkered Pistol Grip Stock, Adjustable Lyman Rear sight, 43 Hang Tag & manual, Sling Swivels and Hood, excell, Winchester model 43 in 218 bee. Due to competition on the slightly slower side by the older .22 Hornet and on the faster side by the .220 Swift, the .218 Bee has been available in only a few other rifles. Make sure to watch till the end. Upon receiving at my local gun store they said it is unlikely this is factory and unlike any 43 they had ever seen. For sale is a Winchester Model 43 bolt-action rifle in .218 Bee. Winchester Mod 43 Std 22 Hornet Factory Drilled Nice! View other listings from this seller. Bore is very good with strong rifling. 400 Small Rifle Primers were used for all testing. It is based on a necked-down and blown out .25-20 case with a 15 degree shoulder. Downloads. The Winchester trademark is used with the permission and to the credit of Olin Corporation/Winchester Division. Gun has a few tiny nicks and dings in it most of the bluing still intact other than that gun is very clean. 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