WINCHESTER WILDCAT - 22LR - 18" - 10+1 - MATTE BLUED - CA LEGAL
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WINCHESTER WILDCAT - 22LR - 18" - 10+1 - MATTE BLUED - CA LEGAL
The Winchester Wildcat Semi-Automatic .22 LR is a sleek, reliable rimfire rifle built for everything from backyard plinking to small-game hunting — and it's fully configured for California compliance right out of the box.
- Chambered in .22 LR for affordable, low-recoil shooting enjoyment
- 18" barrel delivers excellent velocity and improved downrange accuracy
- Matte blued finish resists corrosion and reduces glare in the field
- Ramped post front sight and ghost ring rear for fast, intuitive target acquisition
- Durable gray polymer synthetic stock is lightweight and weather-resistant
- Ships with one 10-round detachable box magazine — CA legal capacity
Who This Is For
The Winchester Wildcat is an ideal choice for new shooters building their fundamentals, seasoned rimfire enthusiasts looking for a dependable range companion, and hunters pursuing squirrels, rabbits, or other small game. Its lightweight synthetic stock, easy-to-use sights, and affordable .22 LR ammunition make it a go-to rifle for California residents who want a no-fuss, high-fun semi-automatic that meets state regulations without compromise.
Specifications
| Brand | Winchester |
|---|---|
| Model | Wildcat |
| Caliber | .22 LR |
| Action | Semi-Automatic |
| Barrel Length | 18" |
| Capacity | 10+1 |
| Finish | Matte Blued |
| Receiver Finish | Matte Black |
| Front Sight | Ramped Post |
| Rear Sight | Ghost Ring |
| Stock Material | Gray Polymer Synthetic |
| Magazine | 1 × 10-Round Detachable Box |
| CA Compliant | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Winchester Wildcat truly California compliant as sold?
Yes. The Winchester Wildcat offered here ships with a 10-round magazine, which meets California's magazine capacity restrictions. No modifications are required — it is ready for purchase and use by California residents as configured.
What types of .22 LR ammunition work best in the Winchester Wildcat?
The Winchester Wildcat is designed to cycle reliably with standard and high-velocity .22 LR ammunition. Most shooters find that high-velocity loads in the 1,200–1,280 fps range cycle most consistently. Subsonic and bulk-pack loads may occasionally cause failures to cycle in semi-automatic rimfire rifles, so testing a variety is recommended to find what your specific rifle feeds best.
Can I add an optic to the Winchester Wildcat?
Absolutely. The Winchester Wildcat features a Picatinny-style rail on the receiver that accepts a wide range of rimfire scopes, red dot sights, and reflex optics. Pairing a quality low-power scope or red dot with the included ghost ring iron sights gives you outstanding versatility for both range use and small-game hunting.
