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December 13, 2006
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Honestly cannot remember if I’ve asked this before . . . .
I have a very nice Model 69A and wish to know the approximate DOM.
It is a later-made piece, as it has a SWEPT BACK, CHROME PLATED bolt, trigger guard and SERRATED trigger.
Anyone care to guess its’ DOM?
Many Thanks, — Jim
March 31, 2009
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There are so many variations you need to wait for Jeff to answer this. Even with his book it took me a lot of time figuring out the exact model I had.
February 6, 2026
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Jim..It’s been my experience that these rifle were most times date/stamped with a 2-digit number under the wood, where the barrel tenon and receiver meet. There’s about an inch space there where the number should be. I believe most have the date but I’ve seen a few without. With those traits you mentioned I’ll guess 1954-56 ..Good luck..
December 13, 2006
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218Bee said
Jim..It’s been my experience that these rifle were most times date/stamped with a 2-digit number under the wood, where the barrel tenon and receiver meet. There’s about an inch space there where the number should be. I believe most have the date but I’ve seen a few without. . . . . .
Just pulled it apart . . . .No date at junction of barrel/receiver.
July 21, 2010
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Jeff’s book indicates the “everything-chrome-plated” took effect December 1957/early 1958.
Is the forward end of the stock angled up to where the stock channel meets the barrel or is the end rounded off on the top to curl back slightly toward the receiver? That round off change was made 1959 and continued until end of production (1959 for the peep-sighted version and 1963 for the open-rear sighted version).
December 13, 2006
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3Dub said
Jeff’s book indicates the “everything-chrome-plated” took effect December 1957/early 1958.
Is the forward end of the stock angled up to where the stock channel meets the barrel or is the end rounded off on the top to curl back slightly toward the receiver? That round off change was made 1959 and continued until end of production (1959 for the peep-sighted version and 1963 for the open-rear sighted version).
I would say the tip is angled up to the barrel . . .and it is the open-rear sighted version.
Given this, I suspect I have the “Dec. 1957/early 1958” version.
Also, the receiver is slotted for scope mounting.
December 9, 2002
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Jim F in CT said
3Dub said
Jeff’s book indicates the “everything-chrome-plated” took effect December 1957/early 1958.
Is the forward end of the stock angled up to where the stock channel meets the barrel or is the end rounded off on the top to curl back slightly toward the receiver? That round off change was made 1959 and continued until end of production (1959 for the peep-sighted version and 1963 for the open-rear sighted version).
I would say the tip is angled up to the barrel . . .and it is the open-rear sighted version.
Given this, I suspect I have the “Dec. 1957/early 1958” version.
Also, the receiver is slotted for scope mounting.
According to Jeff’s great M-69 Book. The slotted receiver was first done by Winchester on this model in June 4, 1954, for the Winchester, clamp style scope rings, naturally. Many of us collectors refer to it as a, “Grooved Receiver”! 
Any pictures to go along with you’re descriptions?
Anthony
July 17, 2012
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Hi Jim,
Sorry I am late to the party, the gentlemen here have given you accurate info and your guess of late 1957-1958 is correct. As 3Dub mentioned, if it has the rounded forend tip as opposed to the angled tip it would be a later version.
Also, the date stamping of the barrels was discontinued in 1956, there are no dated barrels after ’56.
Best Regards,
Jeff
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December 13, 2006
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JWA said
Hi Jim,
Sorry I am late to the party, the gentlemen here have given you accurate info and your guess of late 1957-1958 is correct. As 3Dub mentioned, if it has the rounded forend tip as opposed to the angled tip it would be a later version.
Also, the date stamping of the barrels was discontinued in 1956, there are no dated barrels after ’56.
Best Regards,
Jeff
Good to know Jeff . . .
Many thanks to ALL you guys!
This rifle goes to the range tomorrow!
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