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June 5, 2015
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Found this old ad for mod 69. Notice that the youth Target model has only a front sling swivel. Why? What sense does that make?
Vince
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I suspect it could be a issue with the guy that made the printing plate. You have to remember they didn’t have the ability to photocopy so they had to have printer plates engraved.
Bob
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February 19, 2014
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Yes they only have the front sling swivel.
July 17, 2012
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As mentioned, the Junior Target Shooter’s Special (JTSS) was only supplied with the front swivel which could be used with a sling cuff similar to this http://www.champchoice.com/store/Main.aspx?p=ItemDetailOptions&item=CCS40
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WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
November 1, 2013
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Stevens made some models the same way–one swivel to affix a cuff.
June 5, 2015
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JWA said
As mentioned, the Junior Target Shooter’s Special (JTSS) was only supplied with the front swivel which could be used with a sling cuff similar to this http://www.champchoice.com/store/Main.aspx?p=ItemDetailOptions&item=CCS40Best Regards,
I guess that gives some credence to the 69 being a capable competitor in its day. A cuff isn’t an everyday shooter’s accessory . I bet 90% had a 2nd swivel added.
Vince
Southern Oregon
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Vince said
I guess that gives some credence to the 69 being a capable competitor in its day.
Wouldn’t be surprising at the junior level…when many large high-schools sponsored rifle teams. (Can you believe it???)
July 17, 2012
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Vince said
A cuff isn’t an everyday shooter’s accessory . I bet 90% had a 2nd swivel added.
Since they are still available at Champion’s Choice I would guess there are still some people out there that use them.
You are correct, quite a few of the JTSS had a rear swivel installed by the end user which makes finding a nice unmolested example that much harder.
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December 31, 2012
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JWA said
Since they are still available at Champion’s Choice I would guess there are still some people out there that use them.
You are correct, quite a few of the JTSS had a rear swivel installed by the end user which makes finding a nice unmolested example that much harder.
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And I need an unmolested example. Big Larry
June 5, 2015
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Big Larry said
And I need an unmolested example. Big Larry
Good Luck, Larry. I’m sure they’re scarce as hen’s teeth.
Vince
Southern Oregon
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Vince said
Good Luck, Larry. I’m sure they’re scarce as hen’s teeth.
If you haven’t noticed, Vince, Big Larry has been very lucky recently. I think he’ll find one.
Mike
December 31, 2012
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OOOrah !!!! Big Larry
June 5, 2015
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Oh I noticed. I am going to make a pilgrimage to the Big Larry Winchester Rim Fire Consortium. It’s a sight to behold, I’m sure.
Vince
Southern Oregon
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Fraternal Order of Eagles
“There is but one answer to be made to the dynamite bomb and that can best be made by the Winchester rifle.”
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Vince said
Oh I noticed. I am going to make a pilgrimage to the Big Larry Winchester Rim Fire Consortium. It’s a sight to behold, I’m sure.
Sounds like a bucket list trip, indeed! I’ve been inspired by his collection and recent acquisitions; it seems a bit of his good luck has rubbed off on me.
Mike
December 31, 2012
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TXGunNut said
Sounds like a bucket list trip, indeed! I’ve been inspired by his collection and recent acquisitions; it seems a bit of his good luck has rubbed off on me.
Mike
You guys want to see some amazing 22’s and others, make a pilgrimage to our friend JWA’s. He has almost all of the different models. He lives about 175 miles from me, and someday, I hope to be invited. Big Larry
