Winchester model 43 IN 22 HORNET

The Winchester Model 43 in .22 Hornet is a lightweight, vintage bolt action rifle built for small game and varmint work. Produced from 1948 to 1957, it features a 24.25 inch barrel, a rear locking bolt system with dual locking lugs, and a detachable box magazine holding three rounds plus one in the chamber. The walnut stock provides classic styling and balanced handling, while the .22 Hornet chambering delivers low recoil and efficient performance for field use. Later production rifles were factory drilled and tapped for scope mounting, making them compatible with period and modern optics. Compact, accurate, and historically significant, the Model 43 remains a practical and collectible small game rifle. Get this and more for sale from Wild Zebra, the best gun store!

Features

• 24.25 Inch Barrel — Provides stable velocity and accuracy for small game and varmint shooting.
• Rear Locking Bolt Action — Dual locking lugs ensure secure lockup and consistent performance.
• Walnut Stock — Lightweight, classic wood construction with balanced handling.
• Detachable Box Magazine — Holds 3 rounds plus 1 in the chamber for efficient field use.
• Factory Drilled and Tapped (Late Production) — Allows mounting of period correct or modern optics.
• .22 Hornet Chambering — Low recoil, efficient cartridge ideal for small game and varmint applications.

Specifications 

Manufacturer: Winchester 

Model: Model 43 

Caliber: .22 Hornet 

Capacity: 3+1 

Barrel Length: 24.25 in 

Thread Pattern: Not specified 

Grip: Not specified 

Stock: Walnut 

Trigger: Not specified 

Sights: Not specified 

Finish: Not specified 

Magazine Included: 1

Wild Zebra Notes

• Lightweight design makes it excellent for walking varmint hunts and small game work.
• .22 Hornet offers mild recoil with effective terminal performance on small targets.
• Later production rifles being drilled and tapped increases optic flexibility.
• Rear locking bolt design provides smooth cycling and reliable operation.