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Lot 3022:Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

May 19th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Lot 3022:Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

May 19th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Exceptional Documented Antique Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter

The powerful Winchester Model 1886 remains one of the most iconic lever action rifles. It was the first lever action rifle designed by John Moses Browning. Winchester '86s remain especially popular, and examples in high condition like this one are highly sought after. From its introduction, the Model 1886 was a popular choice for Western hunters due to its power and rugged dependability, remaining a popular choice well into the 20th century and the introduction of bolt actions on the market. These were "working guns," and those found in high condition are rare. It will make for a standout piece in any lever action collection. This is a stunning rifle with a factory letter stating the rifle was received in the warehouse on February 18, 1891, and shipped September 22, 1891, with an octagon barrel in .40-65 and plain trigger. The rifle is fitted with a dovetail blade front sight and an elevation adjustable rear sight. The top barrel flat is stamped with the two-line Winchester legend ahead of the rear sight and "40-65 WCF" at the breech. The lower tang has the two-line patent dates marking as well as the serial number. The forearm and straight grip stock are nicely figured straight grain walnut. The stock is fitted with a crescent buttplate. The barrel and full length magazine tube are blued, the loading gate is nitre blue, and the remaining surfaces are casehardened. Provenance: The Robert H. Haskell, III Collection; The Collection of David L. DeLullo

ConditionExcellent. The barrel and magazine tube retain 95% original blue finish with fading to plum on the balance and some handling marks mostly on the magazine. The bolt retains 97% original blue finish. 70% original nitre blue remains on the loading gate. The receiver retains 95% plus vivid original case colors with some fading on the underside. The hammer and lever retain 80% original case colors. The trigger has had black paint applied, possibly during the period. The buttplate retains patterns of original case colors. The wood is also excellent with some scattered mild handling marks and most of the original finish remaining. Mechanically excellent. This antique Winchester Model 1886 rifle is in exceptional condition and will make a grand statement to any lever action collection.
Details
ManufacturerWinchester
Model1886
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge40-65 WCF
Barrel26 inch octagon
Finishblue/casehardened
Stockwalnut

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views2533
Catalog page30
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