Lot 23: Winchester 1892 Rifle 32 WCF

According to the included serial number verification email from the Cody Firearms Museum, the factory records confirm the rifle configuration, round 32 WCF barrel and plain trigger. The warehouse date was December 19, 1893 and the ship date was April 5, 1894. Blade front sight, elevation adjustable rear sight and full length magazine. The top of the barrel has the two line address and "32 WCF." The upper tang has the three line model/patent date information. Smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate.

Fine. The rifle retains 40% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. 30% of original case colors remain on the hammer and lever. The loading gate retains 30% original nitre blue. The wood is also fine with some scattered minor pressure dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.