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Lot #2153

Lot 2152: J.M. Browning "Model 1878" Single Shot Rifle

Rare J.M. Browning "Model 1878" Single Shot Rifle

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Lot 2152: J.M. Browning "Model 1878" Single Shot Rifle

Rare J.M. Browning "Model 1878" Single Shot Rifle

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,250
Price Realized:
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Rare J.M. Browning "Model 1878" Single Shot Rifle

Manufacturer: Browning Bros.
Model: 1878
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 44-77
Barrel: 34 1/8 inch octagon
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 709
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The re-lined bore is bright and has crisp rifling.
Description:

One of only approximately 600 manufactured c. 1878-1883 before John Moses Browning sold the rights to the design to Winchester. "J.M. BROWNING OGDEN. U.T. 44-77" marked barrel.

Rating Definition:

Fair as cleaned/filed with moderate pitting, relined barrel, replacement wood and buttplate, and general moderate wear. Mechanically fine.



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