Manufactured in very early 1892, the first year of production. The top barrel flat ahead of the rear sight is marked with the two line address and "44 W.C.F." at the breech. The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1892/-WINCHESTER-/PAT. OCT. 14, 1884". The serial number is marked on the underside of the receiver. Dovetailed German silver blade front sight and adjustable buckhorn sporting rear sight. Blue finish with casehardened hammer and lever and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate.

Fine. The rifle retains 40% plus original blue finish with muzzle and edge wear and some areas thinning to a smooth gray patina. The magazine tube has been cleaned bright. The hammer and lever have a smooth brownish patina with hints of faded original case colors. The reoiled wood is very good with some scattered minor dents, dings and scratches. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is excellent.