Winchester 52?

[WOLFMAN2018]

I see several variations of the Winchester 52. Pre-A and A through D. But I saw a video of a 52E. Does anyone have any insight on the E model?


WOLFMAN2019

 

[rodstreet]

The E is actually a D with an E in the serial number. There wasn’t really an E Model number in the catalog. It’s newer than the D with some changes later in the run. They stopped with the front barrel tuning screws and added a recessed crown.
They are desirable. I believe they were made from 1975-1980. I also believe some came with Kenyon triggers. Not sure how the International Match models figured into the mix.
A google search should get you more info. Beware though some info an D and E models is incorrect stemming from the Houze Book on the Winchester 52

 

[1813benny]

I see several variations of the Winchester 52. Pre-A and A through D. But I saw a video of a 52E. Does anyone have any insight on the E model?


WOLFMAN2019

go to rimfire central under the Winchester 52 forum...a ton of info along w/ a s/n database

 

[Springer2]

The E is actually a D with an E in the serial number. There wasn’t really an E Model number in the catalog. It’s newer than the D with some changes later in the run. They stopped with the front barrel tuning screws and added a recessed crown.
They are desirable. I believe they were made from 1975-1980. I also believe some came with Kenyon triggers. Not sure how the International Match models figured into the mix.
A google search should get you more info. Beware though some info an D and E models is incorrect stemming from the Houze Book on the Winchester 52

This is my understanding as well. We have a C and a D where there is a difference there but I was told that an E was just the last evolution of the D, not a complete redo. But I am far from a Win 52 expert.

 

[Liven The Dream]

Wyoming Winchester Museum has a great display of 52's.
AS I can remember it's been a few years.
I saw a 52 E with a Target Style Stock and Butt Plate ??
There was a E new in the Box for sale on Gum Broker a year or so ago. Looked like a Std. D.
I have and had a few B-C 52's.
Had a HV Barrel 52 that was a dead ringer to my 52C ?????Only difference the B had a Kenyon Trigger.
Winchester did offer special Orders???

 

[Jerry Halcomb]

All good info. I’ve got an old catalog from the early 70’s that text says “D” model but pics show a “E” with drilled and tapped receiver with milled bolt handle to clear a scope.
Neat stuff
Jerry Halcomb

 

[redz]

I picked up a US marked CMP 52D a couple months ago. Redfield sights. Really nice rifle and a lot of fun to shoot. Not long after I got a chance to buy a 40XB too. I like them both!

 

[rodstreet]

All good info. I’ve got an old catalog from the early 70’s that text says “D” model but pics show a “E” with drilled and tapped receiver with milled bolt handle to clear a scope.
Neat stuff
Jerry Halcomb

Thanks Jerry. I forgot about the bolt handle change. It helps to identify the real McCoy

 

[VLNBYR]

Winchester did not waste parts. I have a D with a true bull barrel that was only for the C. Also have an early E with the D barrel.