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Lot #91
Lot #93

Lot 92: Two Antique Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotguns

Two Antique Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotguns with Factory Letters

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Lot 92: Two Antique Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotguns

Two Antique Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotguns with Factory Letters

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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A) Winchester Model 1887 Shotgun

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1887
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1613
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

Manufactured 1888, barrel appears to have suffered damage from a bullet strike at the muzzle, wire securing wrist. Included factory letter confirms the configuration, receipt at warehouse on 14 January 1888, and shipment two days later. Also includes a cartridge block with some brass shotgun shells.

Rating Definition:

Good, with a mottled brown and grey patina, some scattered light spotting/pitting, bullet damage at the muzzle of the barrel, and refinished/repaired wood with a large chunk absent from the wrist, chip absent from toe, and handling marks. Mechanically the action functions fine.



B) "WF & CO. EX." Marked Winchester Model 1887 Shotgun

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1887
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 24 1/4 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1613
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured 1888, barrel shortened, "WF & CO. EX." marked on left of frame, 12 3/4" LOP. Included factory letter lists 12 gauge, 32 inch barrel, receipt at warehouse on 30 July 1890, and shipment on 5 August 1890. Includes a photograph labeled as being of P.R. Landon, a Wells Fargo stagecoach driver.

Rating Definition:

Good, with a mottled grey and brown patina, some patches of light-mild pitting, and wood with a chip absent at the toe and scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically fine.



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