Lot 1023: Winchester 1894-Carbine 38-55

Manufactured in 1903. Pinned blade beaded front sight, folding ladder rear sight, and saddle stud with ring on the left side of the receiver. The top of the barrel has the two-line address/1894 patent date ahead of the rear sight and "38-55" at the breech. The Winchester proofs are stamped on the barrel and receiver near the breech. The upper tang is stamped with the three-line model/trade mark information. Serial number is stamped on the underside of the frame. Mounted on a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with carbine buttplate.

Fine. The carbine retains 50% of the original blue finish with minor muzzle wear, scattered scratches and dings, very light pitting, and the receiver faded to a smooth silver patina. The markings are clear. The wood is very good with scattered scratches, dings and pressure dents, and a small crack on the left side of the stock near the trigger. Mechanically excellent.