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Hi Mark,
Welcome to WACA and thanks for adding your rifle to the survey!
Vince has answered most of your questions, I will just add some refinements.
The Model 57 was also offered with an optional NoBuckl sling option as well as the leather sling. The NoBuckl sling is made from a khaki canvas type material.
When Vince mentioned “several sizes” of aperture disks I think he meant the actual aperture hole in the disc since there were several options. The Lyman 42W rear sight on the Model 57 only came with the 1/2″ diameter disk due to clearance issues on the back of the receiver so a larger disk will not work. In fact, if you look at the back of your receiver you will see a small scallop machined from the top and that was to allow clearance even for the smaller disk.
Lyman used to sell the apertures separately but I did not see parts listed on their website anymore. The best aftermarket apertures are made by Joe at Aperture’s N More. He lists the reproduction Lyman 1/2″ aperture for your sight at $11. http://www.aperturesnmore.com/category.sc?categoryId=10
Thanks again for participating and welcome!
Best Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
Thanks for the reply and clarifications. I had searched and located Joe’s link you posted and was referring to a recommended aperture opening size as I’m a rookie and have no idea which size to choose. Also, are there any pics around of an original leather strap? I couldn’t locate any in searches. I really appreciate your time!
Original Winchester leather slings are very rare, so are photos of them. I know there are a few on this site, use the search tool there were discussions describing how to tell an original, with photos and dimension.
There are years of experience and knowledge on this site. You owe it to yourself to sit back with you favourite beverage some evening and give it a deep dive. I need to do that too. The old brain cells need refreshing on the many Winchester 22.
Vince
Southern Oregon
NRA member
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.”
Teddy Roosevelt
My parents recently cleaned out my grandfather’s home and found a model 56, found this forum looking up the history. I’m really happy it seems you still check on this thread! This was one of my first few stops in searching, anything about the model 56 you’d like to share with me?
Model: 56
Caliber: .22 long
Serial: 3116
no upgrades or modifications, original sights, some nicks and dings but good shape.
I don’t want to sell it (family keepsake) but I am curious what model 56’s usually go for (fun little rifle, display on wall, or hide in safe and treat with gloves?)
Thanks in advance for any info!
Hi Pulsipher,
I apologize for the delay in responding, I have not been home for awhile. Thanks for contributing to the survey, I have added your serial number.
Your rifle was made in the first year of production (1926) and likely has a “26” dated barrel marked on the underside.
To answer your question about additional info for the Model 56 about 10 years ago I wrote an article about them which is posted here –
https://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=357927&highlight=sticky
Let me know if you have any other specific questions and congrats on your family heirloom!
Best Regards,
Jeff
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
Hi
while I was looking for a replacement magazine for my Model 56 I came across your survey. Here is another data point for you.
S/N 14821
22LR
stainless steel barrel
Given to my grandfather in 1929/30 in Lompoc, CA by his parents.
Dean said
Hiwhile I was looking for a replacement magazine for my Model 56 I came across your survey. Here is another data point for you.
S/N 14821
22LR
stainless steel barrel
Given to my grandfather in 1929/30 in Lompoc, CA by his parents.
Can you please verify the 2-digit year number stamped on the bottom of the barrel for us?
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
Dean said
Hiit is stamped 27. So 1927.
cheers
Dean
Perfect, thanks for the info!
Best Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
Hello, I recently acquired a model 56, and came upon this thread. It has serial number 14270. Lyman peep receiver mounted rear sight. Marble No. 6 front sight. 22 Long R. Hope this helps. Thank you Brian
Hello Brian,
It does help. Can you take the barreled action out of the stock and verify the barrel date (most likely “27”) ? If possible, please send pictures of the rifle to – [email protected]
Thanks,
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
Hello,
Bought this in a pawn shop a couple of weeks back.
Model 57
SN: 18054
Caliber: 22 LR
Barrel date: 28
Barrel length: 22″
Front sight: Lyman Globe sight
Rear sight: Lyman 42
Hopefully this is a new addition,
Have a great day,
Daniel
Thanks for participating in the survey!
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
Daniel said
Hello,Bought this in a pawn shop a couple of weeks back.
Model 57
SN: 18054
Caliber: 22 LR
Barrel date: 28
Barrel length: 22″
Front sight: Lyman Globe sight
Rear sight: Lyman 42
Hopefully this is a new addition,
Have a great day,
Daniel
Hi Daniel,
Yes, that is a new one for the survey – Thanks!
Best Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
Hello, I recently acquired a model 57, and came upon this thread. It has serial number 13697. Optional No Buckle sling, serial number on the bolt, original 5 round clip, Lyman peep receiver mounted rear sight and folding rear sight, and Marble No. 6 front sight. 22 Long R. Rifle looks to be hardly used and shoots excellent with CCI mini-mag 22 LR 40 gr. ammo. Payed $700. Mark
Hello, didn’t realize I already had a membership and wanted to get this post this under the proper ID. Maybe someone can delete the previous post. I recently acquired a model 57, and came upon this thread. It has serial number 13697. Optional No Buckle sling, serial number on the bolt, original 5 round clip, Lyman peep receiver mounted rear sight and folding rear sight, and Marble No. 6 front sight. 22 Long R. Rifle looks to be hardly used, 95% and shoots excellent with CCI mini-mag 22 LR 40 gr. ammo. Payed $700. Mark
Hi Mark,
Thanks for sharing your info! Sound like you have a very nice example, we would love to see pictures if you get a chance.
Best Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
I’m not sure if you are still collecting info. I have a model 57. barrel date 1928, fixed blade front sight, folding rear sight, lyman peephole sight. It appears to be original finishes. serial 18205. the receiver is drilled for another sight that is not presentrn rn
We are indeed still surveying the Model 56 & 57. Your rifle is a new entry in the survey. Which .22 cartridge is it chambered for (22 Short or 22 Long Rifle)? Can you provide pictures of it?
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
1) Model 57 . 22 Short 2589 1926
2) Model 57 .22 LR 7967 1928
3) Model 57 .22LR 9416 1928
4) Model 57 22LR 12824 1928
5) Model 57 .22LR 21536 1931
All have the Lyman No.42W Receiver sight, Winchester 93A front sight and a Lyman No. 6 folding rear sight.
I hope this helps!
Kevin
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