.38-55 Winchester Rifles

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      Chiappa Firearms Little Sharps Rifle Colour Case
      Chiappa Firearms Little Sharps Rifle Colour Case
      Chiappa
      $2,279.00 $2,053.00 Save $226.00
      Out of stock at suppliers
      Uberti 1885 High Wall Carbine
      Uberti 1885 High Wall Carbine
      Uberti
      from $2,439.00
      Out of stock at suppliers
      Uberti 1885 High Wall Special
      Uberti 1885 High Wall Special
      Uberti
      from $2,829.00
      Out of stock at suppliers
      Uberti 1885 High Wall Sporting Rifle
      Uberti 1885 High Wall Sporting Rifle
      Uberti
      from $2,379.00

      Buying .38-55 Winchester Rifles in Australia

      Magnum Sports lists 5 rifles in .38-55 Winchester, and 2 are available today: the Chiappa Little Sharps and the Henry Side Gate lever action. Three Uberti 1885 High Wall single shots are also listed. The .38-55 dates from the black-powder era and is popular with single-shot and lever-action enthusiasts for target shooting, as well as for deer and pigs at moderate range.

      These are centrefire rifles, and single-shot and lever-action rifles are Category B in NSW. You need a current licence in that category and a Permit to Acquire (PTA) for each rifle. Since 1 July 2026 a PTA is only issued once you show you meet the safe-storage requirements, and new and renewed licences run for a maximum of two years.

      Prices start at $2,053 for the Chiappa Little Sharps, the middle of the range is $2,379, and the Uberti 1885 High Wall Special tops the list at $2,829.

      • Prices.38-55 rifles from $2,053 to $2,829.
      • Availability2 of the 5 listed .38-55 rifles can be ordered today; the Uberti High Wall models are special order, so enquire with the store.
      • DealerMagnum Sports, 19 Babbage Road, Roseville Chase NSW — NSW Firearms Dealer Licence 413159984 — (02) 9882 2689

      The Henry Side Gate is the practical hunting rifle of the group, with a lever action and side loading gate. The Chiappa Little Sharps is a compact single shot with a classic look. For long-range single-shot target work, the Uberti 1885 High Wall Sporting or Special offers a longer barrel.

      Common questions

      What licence do I need for a .38-55 rifle?
      In NSW, a .38-55 single-shot or lever rifle is Category B, and you need a Permit to Acquire for each one.
      Which .38-55 rifles are in stock?
      The Chiappa Little Sharps ($2,053) and Henry Side Gate ($2,181). The Uberti 1885 High Walls are special order.
      Is .38-55 good for pigs?
      It is used on pigs and deer at moderate ranges with suitable hunting loads.
      Can you send a .38-55 rifle interstate?
      Yes. It is transferred dealer to dealer to your nominated licensed dealer; freight is $65, or $85 to WA.

      Answers written by the licensed dealers at Magnum Sports, Roseville Chase NSW. Last reviewed October 2026. Firearms law differs by state; check with your state registry before you buy.