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Lot 2: Winchester Model 1886 Lightweight Lever Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 21, 2013

Lot 2: Winchester Model 1886 Lightweight Lever Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 21, 2013

Estimated Price: $3,250 - $4,500
Price Realized:
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Winchester Model 1886 Lightweight Lever Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1886
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 33 WCF
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 4100
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 7
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1905. The top barrel flat is stamped with the two line address ahead of the rear sight and "33 W.C.F." at the breech. The Winchester oval proof is marked on the top of the barrel and receiver at the breech. The upper tang is marking is covered by a tang mounted peep sight and the two patent dates and serial number are marked on the lower tang. Ramped Lyman beaded blade front sight and the rear sight has been removed and the dovetail slot left unfilled. Blue finish with casehardened hammer and lever, and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a flat checkered hard rubber Winchester buttplate. Both sides of the stock and forearm are stamped "J.S. EELLS".

Rating Definition:

Fine. The barrel receiver and magazine tube retain 50% original blue finish with areas of smooth brown patina on the barrel and bright edge wear. The receiver retains 40% original blue with the balance a smooth gray patina. The hammer and lever have a smooth mottled gray patina with strong original case colors in the protected areas. The wood is fine with scattered minor dents and scratches. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.



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