Lot 1596:
Revelation Model 150 Western Auto Semi-Automatic .22 LR Rifle Circa 1960s
Sold for: $250
Description
A classic example of a mid-century store-brand firearm, this Revelation Model 150 rifle was manufactured for the WESTERN AUTO SUPPLY CO. The rifle is chambered for CAL. 22 LR and utilizes a reliable semi-automatic action fed by a tubular magazine located beneath the barrel. These Revelation rifles were typically produced by Marlin Firearms, sharing design characteristics with popular Marlin models of the era, such as the Model 60 series. Construction features blued steel components paired with a wooden buttstock and forearm. The barrel is clearly marked Revelation – MODEL 150, WESTERN AUTO SUPPLY CO., and CAL. 22 LR. The left side of the receiver is stamped with the control number D 19715. Sighting system includes a fixed front sight and an adjustable folding rear sight. The buttstock is fitted with a textured, black rubber or plastic butt pad secured by two screws. This rifle represents a common and functional piece of Americana, often used as a reliable small game or plinking rifle.
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