LSB#: 120525XX01
Make: Wards Western Field
Model: 33
Serial Number: NSN
Year of Manufacture: 1950’s to 1960’s ?
Caliber: .22 S-L-LR
Action Type: Tube fed pump action rifle.
Markings: The top of the barrel is stamped “WARDS WESTERN FIELD / MODEL 33-22CAL S-L-LR”.
Barrel Length: 24 inches
Sights / Optics: The gun is mounted with a front blade and rear leaf and elevator, the sight has what I would call a “micro buckhorn” shape inside it.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are dark brown synthetic simulated wood, I have heard it referred to as “tenite”. There are some scuffs and dings, and a few draglines scattered throughout, but nothing distracting. The LOP measures 13 ½ inches from the trigger to the butt plate. The stocks rate in about Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Factory original
Bore Condition: The bore is shiny and the rifling is deep and good. There is no erosion.
Overall Condition: This gun retains about 80% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows thinning around the muzzle and slide contact areas. The area on top of the barrel around the stampings is wearing thin. The screw heads are good and serviceable but do show slight disfiguration. The markings are clearly stamped. Overall, this gun rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this gun.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: This is a very cool little pump, probably one of the first uses of thermo plastics in the rifle industry. The simulated wood grain is amazing and unique, almost realistic of a slight burl. This was made by Noble Arms to the best of my research, but I could not find very much info so these might be pretty rare. It will shoot short, long and the ever popular long rifle, maximum capacity for short is like 21 rounds. Very unique and fun; this will be a real charm in any collection.
CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable: This rifle can be transferred in California.
Shipping:
UPS Insured shipping will cost $25. To reduce the likelihood of damage during shipping, we may disassemble long guns by removing stocks when it is possible & easy and will not damage the wood or screws. We will also break down takedowns. We have had problems with rough carrier handling breaking the stocks at the wrist, and since we have begun to disassemble, we have not had any breakage. All parts will be individually wrapped. If you would prefer to not have your item disassembled, please let us know as soon as you win the bid. We package all merchandise for shipment on the Monday following the sale.
Your item will be shipped within 1 week of receipt of good funds, usually the next day. You will receive an automatic notification with a tracking number upon shipment, to let you know that we have received funds. If you are in Southern California, you are welcome to pick your item up and complete the transfer at our shop in Simi Valley (M-F, 8-5).
This gun can only be shipped to an FFL or C&R, and it will be shipped from an FFL. It is your responsibility to ensure that the gun is legal to own and receive in your area. Please include a copy of your C&R or your dealer’s license with payment. We will need CFLC numbers for CA FFL’s to ship. We are FFL dealers and comply with all Federal, State and Local laws.
Payment:
Full payment on non-layaway items is required within 14 days. We accept Cashiers Checks, Money Orders, Cash and Personal Checks. No Credit Cards or electronic payments are accepted. To help us properly apply your payment, please indicate what item you have purchased when payment and/or FFL are sent. If you would like to be notified when we receive your payment, please obtain a tracking number from your carrier. We receive about 40 checks a day and do not have the staff required to email everyone when we receive checks.
CA Sales tax applies to CA buyers (7.25%).
Layaways are offered on all items, requiring a 20% non refundable down payment within 7 days of the auction’s close and the balance within 60 days. We do not require prior notice to place an item on the layaway. No returns are accepted on layaway items and the item will be considered abandoned after 60 days.
Successful Bidder Instructions:
You will be invoiced by the morning following the sale. This invoice will include totals for the sale and all instructions.
If you win an item and are not willing or able to complete the sale, you will be liable for 5% of the sale price.
Returns (less shipping) are accepted within 3 days of when the item is delivered with signature confirmation. Returns are very costly for both the buyer and for us, so please ask all of your questions before bidding and please be sure you can legally purchase this item.
Please leave feedback when the gun is happily received, we will leave feedback in return. If you are not satisfied, for any reason, please contact us before leaving negative or neutral feedback. (805) 285-0715
No gun should be fired without being examined by a competent gunsmith.
Payment Methods:
Money Orders, Personal Checks, Cashiers Checks,
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