Manufactured in 1872. The top barrel flat directly ahead of the rear sight is marked with the two-line Winchester Repeating Arms address/King's Improvement patent information, and the serial number is stamped on the tang behind the trigger. Behind the serial number is non-factory stamped "DS". Full length magazine tube, dovetailed brass blade front sight and two folding leaf rear sight. The barrel and magazine tube were blue and the hammer, lever and buttplate were casehardened, sling swivels, and it is mounted with a smooth walnut forearm with a brass forend cap and straight grip stock with brass crescent buttplate with compartment (cleaning rod not included).

Good. The metal surfaces have a smooth mottled gray patina. The brass has a very pleasant aged patina. The wood is about good with a 3/4 inch round plug repair in the left wrist area and scattered minor dents, dings and scratches. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is fine.