The receiver was manufactured in the 1893-1895 period of time. The action was made in 1893 .405 caliber was not introduced until 1904 and the use of factory proofmarks was instituted in 1906. It is not known whether this action remained at the factory for that period or whether it was returned for upgrading at to the new, more powerful cartridge. Number 3-1/2 marked barrel with sporting front and rear sights. Two line Winchester and nickel steel lines. Top of barrel and action have proof marks. Paneled leaf spring straight grip action with standard trigger and finger lever. Initials "E.A." marked on the left side below the tang screw. Deluxe checkered straight grip stock with a WRA hard rubber shotgun buttplate. Checkered forearm with an ebony tip inlay. The rifle appears to be a factory gun made at a later date than the serial number would indicate.

Excellent as factory refinished with 98% blue. Some slight wear on the finger lever. Stock is excellent with original varnish finish. And a few slight handling marks. Mechanically fine.