The Winchester Xpert Thumbhole Target is a purpose-built .17 WSM bolt-action rimfire rifle (brand part no. 525228286) engineered for shooters who want serious precision without stepping up to a centerfire chambering. Winchester built this rifle around a brown laminate thumbhole stock that locks the shooting hand in place for a repeatable, target-grade grip, and paired it with a rifled, recessed target crown for consistent bullet exit. It is equally at home on a bench rest, in a varmint stand, or introducing a new shooter to precision rimfire work. The threaded muzzle and drilled-and-tapped receiver mean it is ready for optics and a suppressor from day one.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .17 WSM a flat-shooting rimfire cartridge built for long-range varmint and target work.
• 18-inch barrel gives the .17 WSM enough velocity to flatten trajectory for target and varmint work.
• 1:9-inch twist rate is matched to stabilize .17 WSM bullets for consistent accuracy.
• Brown laminate thumbhole stock adds weight-forward stability and a fixed, repeatable firing grip.
• Detachable 10-round magazine with an ambidextrous mag release for quick reloads from either side.
• Three-lever adjustable Rimfire MOA trigger lets shooters dial in pull weight for a crisp, predictable break.
• 1/2-inch-28 threaded muzzle under a smooth thread protector, ready to mount a suppressor without gunsmithing.
• Extended bolt handle gives a faster, more positive grip when cycling between shots.
• Front and rear sling eyelets plus swivel studs make it easy to add a sling for the range or the field.
• Matte black metal finish over a steel receiver resists glare and wear from repeated bench sessions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this rifle threaded for a suppressor? Yes. It ships with a 1/2-inch-28 threaded muzzle under a smooth thread protector, so a suppressor can be added without any additional machining.

What caliber does it shoot? It is chambered in .17 WSM, a rimfire cartridge designed for flat trajectories and precise varmint and target shooting.

Does it come with sights? Yes, it includes factory sights in addition to a drilled-and-tapped receiver for mounting a scope.

Buy the Winchester Xpert Thumbhole Target .17 WSM Bolt-Action Rifle

Order the Winchester Xpert Thumbhole Target from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and get fast, insured shipping straight to your FFL. Between the thumbhole laminate stock, adjustable rimfire trigger and threaded muzzle, this rifle is set up to shoot tight groups the moment it clears the box. Pair it with a quality rimfire scope and it becomes a serious bench and varmint rig for the price of an entry-level plinker. Our Lubbock, Texas team can help you pick the right optic and suppressor pairing before it ships. See more from Winchester or browse our full bolt-action rifles selection.