However the legacy of the Model 56 and 57 continued to survive in the form of the Model 69 and Model 75, both of which can accurately be described as direct descendants of the Model 56 and 57. After only a few years of production Winchester opted to re-focus their efforts on low cost, easily produced rifles which included the Model 58, 59 and 60. Unfortunately, downward trends in the economy (which ultimately led to the Great Depression) and flagging sales were instrumental in its demise. The Model 56 was intended to be a good quality, lightweight, repeating bolt action rimfire rifle. The 57 was the "Target" model whereas the 56 was designated as the "Sporter" version. It was introduced in conjunction with a companion rifle, the Model 57. The Model 56 was designed as a mid-quality level, medium priced. Weight: 4 3/4 lbs for the Standard Sporting Rifle and 5 lbs for the Special Fancy Sporting Rifle Dates of Manufacture: 1926-1929 (with a parts cleanup into 1931)
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