OC - FINE- all original parts; over 30% original finish, sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal and wood; minor marks in wood.

PRF - PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED OR RESTORED

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Factory letter states serial number applied on August 27, 1888 and rifle shipped on October 22, 1889 with an octagon barrel in .38 caliber, plain trigger, checkered pistol grip stock and casehardened receiver. All markings are restamped.