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Auction Catalog #1048
Lot #226

Lot #225

Lot #227

Lot 226: Winchester Model 1885 Single Shot Rifle in 40-70 Sharps Straight

Rare Three-Digit Serial Number Early Production Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Thickside Single Shot Rifle in .40-70 Sharps Straight

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Lot 226: Winchester Model 1885 Single Shot Rifle in 40-70 Sharps Straight

Rare Three-Digit Serial Number Early Production Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Thickside Single Shot Rifle in .40-70 Sharps Straight

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Estimated Price: $2,750 - $4,500

Price Realized:

Rare Three-Digit Serial Number Early Production Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Thickside Single Shot Rifle in .40-70 Sharps Straight

Manufacturer: Winchester

Model: 1885

Type: Rifle

Gauge: 40-70 SS

Barrel: 30 inch octagon

Finish: blue/casehardened

Grip:

Stock: walnut

Item Views: 1253

Item Interest: Active

Serial Number:

Class: Antique

Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and has some pitting and distinct rifling.

Description:

Manufactured in 1885. "CAL 40-70 SHARPS STR." marked on top at the breech. Single set trigger.

Rating Definition:

Good with some original finish, replacement sights, hole in the buttstock, repairs to the forend, and mild overall wear. Mechanically fine.

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