Manufactured in 1888, this is a Third Model with the dust cover guide rail integrally machined to the receiver. Blade front sight and adjustable sporting rear sight. The top barrel flat ahead of the rear sight is marked with the two line address/King's Improvement patent dates and "45-60 W.C.F." at the breech. The upper tang is marked "{MODEL 1876}" flanked by fancy brackets. The serial number is on the lower tang, and the cartridge elevator is marked "45-60". Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm with a steel end cap and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate with compartment (cleaning rod not included).

Near fine. The rifle retains 50% original blue finish with areas thinning to a plum patina and showing bright edge wear. There are some scattered minor scratches and minor spotting. The breechbolt has been ground on the top surface and a crude replacement extractor was installed. 40% of the original bright case colors remain on the hammer. The wood is good with scattered minor dents, dings and scratches. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is fine.