Manufactured in 1883, this particular example is a Third Model with the distinctive integral dust cover rail. Blade front sight and elevation adjustable rear sight with full length magazine. The top barrel flat is marked with the two line address/King's Improvement patent dates and "32 CAL" at the breech. "32 CAL" also appears on the brass elevator. The model designation is marked on the upper tang. Smooth forearm with iron end cap and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate.

Fine. The rifle retains 50% plus bright original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina showing some minor pitting. The loading gate retains 60% nitre blue. The wood is very good with a long hairline crack near the upper tang, a few gouges and some minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.