OB - EXCELLENT- all original parts; over 80% original finish; sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal; unmarred wood.

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

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Factory letter lists rifle with octagon barrel in "express caliber" and plain trigger when received in warehouse on August 24, 1887 and shipped on October 11, 1887. Reproduction dust cover and remarked barrel.