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  • Auction Catalog #54
  • Lot #1270
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Lot 1270: Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Lot 1270: Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Estimated Price: $6,500 - $9,000

Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1873
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 38 WCF
Barrel: 24 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1373
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 245
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Produced in 1909. Blade front and adjustable buckhorn rear sights, with the two-line address/ King's Improvement patent dates ahead of the rear sight and the caliber marking, "38 W.C.F." and the Winchester oval proof at the breech. The Winchester oval proof is repeated on the receiver, with "38 CAL." on the elevator, serial number on the lower tang and "MODEL 1873 / -WINCHESTER- / TRADE MARK" on the upper tang. Smooth straight grip stock, with a steel forearm cap and a 4-piece cleaning rod in the butt trap.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, with 70% of the original blue finish, showing areas of brown patina, wear along the edges and scattered spotting. Some scratching is present on the right side of the receiver. Stock is very fine, with mild dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



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