Functionally, it was a bolt action rifle operated by a lever. The Winchester 88's front locking, multi-lug rotating bolt operated much like the modern Browning BLR. 308 with a plain (not checkered) stock secured by a barrel band at the front. In 1968 a carbine version of the Model 88 with a 19" barrel was introduced in. For comparison, that same year the MSRP of the Model 94 was $85.95 and the MSRP of the Model 70 Standard rifle was $149.95. In 1967 the Model 88 carried a MSRP of $139.95 extra magazines were $3.90. Catalog weight was 7.25 pounds, but most examples I've seen actually weighed about 7 pounds. The round, featherweight contour barrel was 22" long and the rifle's overall length was 42.5". The receiver was drilled and tapped for scope mounts and aperture sights. A hooded, gold bead front and adjustable folding rear open sights were provided. It was a streamlined rifle that featured a solid frame, front locking 3-lug rotating bolt, side ejection, short throw lever, crossbolt safety, one-piece walnut pistol grip stock, black plastic butt plate, and a steel 4-shot detachable box magazine (three shot in. Visually, it resembled a lever action bred to a bolt action. To my eye the Model 88 was one of the most aesthetically pleasing rifles ever produced. 284 Winchester cartridge became available. 358 Winchester cartridges were added to the Model 88, and in 1963 the. In fact, its combination of modern features has never been equaled by any other lever action rifle except the more or less contemporary Sako Finnwolf, introduced about 10 years after the Model 88. 308 Winchester cartridge, the hammerless Winchester Model 88 was entirely different and technically more advanced than any previous Winchester lever action rifle. By Chuck Hawks Winchester 1962 catalog illustration showing Model 88 rifle courtesy of Winchester Repeating Arms Co.
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