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Lot 4000: Winchester 1894 Rifle 38-55 WCF

First Year Production Three Digit Serial Number 158 Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle in Desirable .38-55 W.C.F.

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 23, 2018

Lot 4000: Winchester 1894 Rifle 38-55 WCF

First Year Production Three Digit Serial Number 158 Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle in Desirable .38-55 W.C.F.

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 23, 2018

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $6,500
Price Realized:
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First Year Production Three Digit Serial Number 158 Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle in Desirable .38-55 W.C.F.

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1894
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 38-55 WCF
Barrel: 26 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1383
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 242
Class: Antique
Rating:

OD - VERY GOOD- all original parts; none to 30% original finish; original metal surfaces smooth with all edges sharp; clear lettering, numerals and design on metal; wood slightly scratched or bruised.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured in 1894, the first year of production. The barrel has a dovetailed blade front sight and elevation adjustable rear sight and is stamped with the two-line address ahead of the rear sight and "38-55" at the breech. The low serial number, "158," is stamped on the underside of the frame. The upper tang has the three-line model/patent date marking. Mounted on a smooth forearm and straight grip stock fitted with a crescent buttplate. A first year production example of one of the most popular rifles in American history.

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