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Hi all, this is a really great forum, and really helpful as I try to break down a model 64 Winchester that my father-in-law gave to me. Everything is going good except that I can’t figure out how to get the magazine tube off. I thought there was some type of a weld or permanent pin through the small band at the front of the magazine too. It sounds like maybe that is actually a pin that can be removed? Do I need to punch that out before I can get the magazine tube off?
April 15, 2005
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Hello Mark,
Yes the pin is removeable, and you do need to punch out the pin… from left to right with the muzzle pointed down range.
I have a research survey in progress for the Model 64. Accordingly, I would like to know the serial number, the caliber, and which variation your Model 64 rifle is.
Bert – [email protected]
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
Thanks Bert — it worked! Really appreciate it. My gun is a 30-30 caliber, Model 64 – 30 W.C.F. Serial number is 1399637. I’m thinking it was made around 1942? My wife’s grandfather would likely have bought it in southern Utah around then.
I shot it a few weeks ago, and all worked well. Just giving it a good cleaning, re-oiling stock, and dealing with some minor rust. Trying to decide if I should cold-blue it or what. Fun project for sure.
Mark – Oregon
April 15, 2005
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Hello Mark,
The serial number makes it a 1946 production rifle.
I highly recommend holding off on using cold blue on it, If you can send me a few clear pictures of it, I can give you a better idea for what it might need.
Bert – [email protected]
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
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