The Winchester Model 1885 Hunter Rimfire is a single-shot falling-block rifle chambered in .22 WMR. It follows the original 1885 design closely. The action is clean and positive, the walnut stock is checkered, and the brown finish gives it a classic look that matches the traditional lines of the platform. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 1794003796 
• UPC: 048702003561 
• Condition: New in Box 
• Caliber: .22 WMR (Winchester Magnum Rimfire) 
• Barrel Length: 24" 
• Overall Length: 40" 
• Weight: 7.80 lbs 
• Capacity: 1 Round 
• Action Type: Falling Block 
• Trigger Type: Adjustable 
• Grip Type: Standard 
• Stock Type: Fixed with Pistol Grip 
• Sights: Bead Front & Semi-Buckhorn Rear 
   

Detailed Features 

The falling-block action is mechanically simple and very stiff. There's minimal wobble and the lockup is tight. The adjustable trigger lets you dial in pull weight to your preference, which matters when you're working at distance. Bead front and semi-buckhorn rear sights come standard and work well for field use; the 24" steel barrel with polished finish is long enough to wring solid velocity out of the .22 WMR. 
 
At 7.80 lbs and 40" overall, this isn't a lightweight carry gun, but the balance is good for deliberate shooting from a rest or off a shoulder. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

Works well for small game hunting (squirrels, rabbits, similar quarry) where the .22 WMR gives more reach and energy than a standard .22 LR. Also fits single-shot precision competitions and range work where the point is making each shot count rather than volume of fire.

Users of the Winchester 1885 Hunter .22 WMR generally appreciate it for what it is: a deliberate, single-shot rifle with a traditional profile and solid build quality.

Accuracy draws consistent praise, particularly for small game hunting and target work. The .22 WMR caliber gets positive marks for its range and terminal performance relative to .22 LR, while staying manageable on recoil. The classic design and walnut stock are frequently called out as positives by people who want a rifle that doesn't look like everything else at the range.

The single-shot limitation comes up in most discussions, though it's usually framed as a known trade-off rather than a flaw. Buyers who pick this up know what they're getting. Weight and balance opinions vary; most find it comfortable to carry for a day of hunting, though a minority find the 7.80 lb heft noticeable during longer sessions. Overall the feedback leans positive, with appreciation for the build and accuracy, and realistic acknowledgment that it suits a particular style of shooting rather than all-around use.