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March 21, 2011
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Bert,
I came home today with a new to me 43 25-20, ser. number 6556. No extra holes and nice stock. It has the beveled rear receiver ring and straighter bolt handle. If you need pics I can do that. What is your surveyed number of 25-20’s?
Darrin
April 15, 2005
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Darrin,
Your Model 43 rifle in 25-20 brings the total to (98) in the survey which is 5.56% of the total I have surveyed thus far. S/N 6556 was manufactured in early January 1949.
Bert
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March 21, 2011
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Thank you Bert, was sure surprised to find it. I’m certain the seller was not aware of the scarcity of the caliber.
Darrin
April 15, 2005
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Darrin Smith said
Thank you Bert, was sure surprised to find it. I’m certain the seller was not aware of the scarcity of the caliber.Darrin
Both the 25-20 and the 32-20 are difficult to find, especially in unaltered condition. The estimated total production for each is 3,500 and 2,800 respectively.
| Winchester Model 43 Observed Cartridge Chambering Totals & Percentages | ||||||
| Caliber | 218 BEE | 22 HORNET | 25-20 WIN. | 32 WIN. | 22 WMR | Total |
| 32-20 WIN. | ||||||
| Qty. | 793 | 789 | 98 | 79 | 3 | 1,762 |
| % | 45.01% | 44.78% | 5.56% | 4.48% | 0.17% | 100% |
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