.35 Winchester
The .35 Winchester (colloquially .35 Win) cartridge was created in 1903 by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company for use in the Winchester Model 1895 lever-action rifle,[1] and was also available in the bolt action Remington-Lee,[2] or the Model E-10 Factory Sporter Ross Rifle in Canada.
| .35 Winchester | |
|---|---|
 .35 Winchester | |
| Type | Rifle |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Designed | 1903 |
| Manufacturer | Winchester |
| Produced | 1903–1936 |
| Specifications | |
| Case type | Rimmed, bottleneck |
| Bullet diameter | .358 in (9.1 mm) |
| Neck diameter | .378 in (9.6 mm) |
| Shoulder diameter | .412 in (10.5 mm) |
| Base diameter | .457 in (11.6 mm) |
| Rim diameter | .539 in (13.7 mm) |
| Case length | 2.41 in (61 mm) |
| Overall length | 3.16 in (80 mm) |
| Rifling twist | 1:12 |
| Primer type | large rifle |
Description and performance
Because of the 1895 rifle's box magazine pointed bullets may be used which enhance the long range effectiveness of the cartridge. While obsolete, it is generally considered sufficient for all large game animals in North America. .30-40 Krag brass can be used to form .35 Winchester cases.[3]
It was intended to be a medium-sized caliber falling between the .30-40 Krag and the .405 Winchester, and so it outperformed the .33 Winchester but was less potent than the .348 or .358.[2]Enough at short or medium ranges against moose, elk, or even brown bear, it is suitable for any big game in North America, though it lacks the versatility of more modern rounds.[2]
It was dropped in 1936, along with the 1895 rifle.[1][2] Loads developing 45,000 CUP or over should be avoided in the old 1895 lever guns.[2]
Ballistics
Data from the Lyman Ideal Hand Book, 40[4]
| Bullet name & type | Bullet weight (grains) | Powder name | Powder weight (grains) | Muzzle velocity (ft/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cast lead, plain base | 165 | IMR 4759 | 13 | 1186 |
| Cast lead, plain base | 220 | IMR 4759 | 17.5 | 1395 |
| Cast lead with gas check | 249 | IMR 4198 | 25 | 1500 |
See also
References
- "A Blast from the Past: the 35 Winchester". February 25, 2020.
- Barnes, Frank (1972). ".35 Winchester". In Amber, John T. (ed.). Cartridges of the World. Northfield, IL: DBI Books. p. 85,177. ISBN 0695803263.
- ".35 Win". www.chuckhawks.com.
- Ideal Hand Book (40 ed.). Lyman Gun Sight Corporation. 1954–1955. p. 75.