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Lot 1003:Early Production Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Rifle

December 9th, 2023|Bedford, TX
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Lot 1003:Early Production Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Rifle

December 9th, 2023|Bedford, TX
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Early Production Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Rifle

The legendary Winchester Model 1866 or "improved Henry" was one of the earliest and most widely used repeating rifles in the American West and saw use in conflicts over land, gold, and other resources on the frontier in the second half of the 19th century in the hands of settlers, Native Americans, outlaws, lawmen, and hunters. It is the direct descendant of the Henry rifle and traces its lineage back to earlier repeaters like the Volcanic. This rifle was manufactured in 1869 as a third model with the serial number stamped in block numerals behind the trigger, and the distinctive brass receiver has the more moderately curved shape at the rear when compared to the earlier first and second models. The top barrel flat is stamped with the faint, early style two-line Henry's patent/King's improvement patent marking which is partially covered by the period replacement rear sight. The rifle is fitted with a blade front sight and folding ladder rear sight. Sling swivels are mounted on the underside of the brass forend cap and walnut stock. It is mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a trapdoor crescent buttplate (cleaning rod not included).

ConditionVery good, showing mostly dark plum brown patina overall with some light surface pitting/oxidation and the brass is fine, showing a mellow, attractively aged patina. The revarnished wood is also very good with some scattered minor handling marks throughout. Mechanically fine.
Details
ManufacturerWinchester
Model1866
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge44 RF
Barrel24 inch octagon
Finishblue
Stockwalnut

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views1470
Catalog page3
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