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Lot 1066:Attractive Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

May 4th, 2019|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1066:Attractive Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

May 4th, 2019|Rock Island, IL
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Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle in .44-40 WCF

Manufactured in 1889 as a third model with integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serrated rear edge. Dovetail blade and elevation adjustable sights, two-line address/patent dates information and "44 W.C.F." marked on the barrel, model designation on the upper tang, "44 CAL" on the cartridge elevator and serial number on the lower tang. The finely figured straight grip stock is fitted with a trapdoor buttplate containing a four-piece metal cleaning rod.

ConditionFine, retains 50% original blue finish with thinning and high edge/point wear on the balance. 50% case colors remain on the hammer. 30% of the original nitre blue remaining on the loading gate. There are a few patches of minor pitting on the buttplate. The refinished wood is also fine with minimal minor handling marks and a crack protruding from the upper tang. Mechanically excellent.
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ManufacturerWinchester
Model1873
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge44-40 WCF
Barrel24 inch octagon
Finishblue
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views940
Catalog page50
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