You can buy one around 300$ . It is a good rifle lots off people mistakingly down grade the WesternField M72. I have one in my collection and I shot my first 8 pointer buck whit the WesternFieldl 30/30. It is well made, accurate, durable, excellent, short, brush rifle. . I shot 100 yard hole in hole all they long.The range here is only 100 yard so I have no way to test it longer distance. Far as know the M72 made by Mossberg in the 70-is in America no Chinese material in this rifle . Good old American steel..
Your western field M72 was made for Montgomery Wards by Mossberg.It is the Mossberg model 472PRA.I would contact them directly for availability of parts.
Your western field model 72 was made by noble for Montgomery Wards.The noble model 50 is the western field model 72.The firearms are valued at between 60-140 dollars.
Mossberg, mid '70s.
Western are using many cleaning techniques for this purpose so, it is not possible to tell the exact technique.
The Western Field M72 is a shotgun that was produced by the Mossberg company and sold under the Western Field brand. Based on the serial number you provided (687729), it was likely manufactured in the early 1970s, as production of the M72 model occurred primarily during that time. For a more precise date, you may want to consult specific databases or resources related to Mossberg serial numbers.
The Western Field m72 was made for Wards stores by Mossberg from the early 70's to the early 80's. value $150 to $300 depending on condition.
A Westernfield M72 (actually a M72C) is a Mossberg Model 472. You might try http://www.krausebooks.com/category/firearms_knives for disassembly instructions for the Mossberg 472 in the Gun Digest Sporting Rifle Assembly/Disassembly book.
Your Montgomery Wards model M72 was made by the firm Mossberg and Sons,It is the Mossberg model 472PRA which was made from 1974-1976.
The receiver can be located above the lever of the rifle.It is where the barrel is threaded into.the loading gate is located on the right side of the receiver.
To take apart a Western Field M72 shotgun, first ensure the firearm is unloaded and the safety is engaged. Remove the barrel by pressing the release lever and rotating it counterclockwise until it detaches from the receiver. Next, remove the forend by loosening the screws or releasing the retaining latch, depending on the model. Finally, disassemble the action by removing pins or screws that hold the trigger group in place, allowing you to access internal components for maintenance or cleaning. Always refer to the manufacturer's manual for specific instructions and safety precautions.
check mossberg parts lists/ sites. many western fields are mossberg from what ive seen. i own a W.F. M72 which is a mossberg 472, also 30-30 lever.
Your Montgomery Wards M72 which was made by Mossberg and is the model 472PRA was made in only a version which was 1 of 5000.It can be identified by having a Indian scene etched on the receiver,brass buttplate,saddle ring,and barrel bands.it will also have a select wood stock.This was made in 1974 only.