The Model 1887 Lever Action Shotguns were designed by John M. Browning at the behest of Winchesters management in an effort to create an repeating shotgun that could build off of the popularity of the existing Winchester lever action rifles and carbines. Only 64,855 were manufactured before production switched to the Model 1901. Manufactured in 1893, this example is marked with "10" and an oval "WP" stamp at the breech, the Winchester Repeating Arms Co. monogram on the left side of the action, the serial number ahead of the lever, and the four line address and patent marking on the lower tang. It has a 2 7/8 inch chamber for black powder shot shells. The choke gauges around improved cylinder. It has a bead front sight and a sighting groove on the top of the receiver. The length of pull is 13 inches.

Fine overall. 40% of the slightly faded original blue finish remains on the barrel and magazine. The balance has gray and brown patina. The action also retains 40% of the original case colors. The buttplate has a brown patina and crisp checkering. There are some spots of light spotting and various minor marks. The wood is also fine and has only light abrasions and small dings. The action functions fine and the markings are crisp.