Videos tagged with Rutledge Bore

This video showcases a rare Winchester Model 61 rimfire shotgun, a smoothbore variant designed to fire 22 shot shells. Presented by Kate Ford and Steve Ostrom from Rock Island Auction, the discussion highlights its historical context as a 'garden gun' for pest control and close-range plinking. The presenters note its smaller size compared to a Model 42 and its unique 'Rutledge bore' modification, which bored out the standard 22 rifle barrel to improve shot pattern performance at close distances. While acknowledging its collectibility and unique nature, they also point out the high cost of ammunition and the firearm itself, making it more of a collector's item than a commonly used shooter today.