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August 14, 2021
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I went to install a Lyman 42W on my Model 57 and noticed the stock cut appears very different then the normal squared stock cutout? Any opinions ? Of course I scratched the stock before I found a better place to operate the locking lever.
July 17, 2012
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Hi Steve,
That is not an original Model 57 stock, it is waaay too thick. It might be a modified 69A stock but I can’t tell from the close-up picture. Can you post a picture of the whole stock?
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WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
August 14, 2021
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oh no. No wonder nobody bid on it.
August 14, 2021
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IDK what it is, here it is below my 69a.
July 17, 2012
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I am not sure what it is either, it mostly looks like a 57 stock except the wrist seems to be an odd shape unless it is a trick of the camera. The dished inlet for the rear sight is definitely not from Winchester. Possibly an aftermarket replacement stock?
It would be helpful to see the action and barrel inletting the next time you have it apart.
Here is what the pistol grip area is supposed to look like, long and graceful. Yours seems to have a “hump” in the pistol grip up near the receiver.
Best Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
August 14, 2021
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July 17, 2012
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That appears to be a replacement stock, the receiver and barrel inletting is not Winchester and the shape of the pistol grip and wrist is not correct. By not correct, I mean it is the wrong shape with too much material so it is likely a 90-95% inletted replacement stock. The stock finish (that opaque red) is not correct either.
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news….
Best Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
August 14, 2021
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Thanks Jeff. I’ll be on the look out for a original replacement.
July 17, 2012
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I will keep my eyes open for you. It will probably be easier to find a donor rifle with some sort of metal issue that you can swap stocks with.
Most of the stocks I see for sale have some sort of issue so be careful before you bid on one.
Best Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
August 14, 2021
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Thanks. Let me know if you spot one in a show or something.
August 14, 2021
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That also explains the loose barrel band we had discussed Tuesday.
