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Lot #119
Lot #121

Lot 120: Fine First Year Production Winchester Model 1887 Shotgun

Desirable First Year Production Three Digit Serial Number 778 Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2019

Lot 120: Fine First Year Production Winchester Model 1887 Shotgun

Desirable First Year Production Three Digit Serial Number 778 Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2019

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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Desirable First Year Production Three Digit Serial Number 778 Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotgun

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1887
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch round
Finish: casehardened/blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2222
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 77
Class: Antique
Description:

One of only 7,431 manufactured in 1887, the first year of production, with standard markings including "WRACO" monogram, brass bead front sight, 2 5/8 inch chamber, 12 3/4 inch length of pull, and mounted with a smooth two slab forearm and pistol grip stock with a checkered steel buttplate. A very attractive, early, first year production Model 1887 that would be a welcome addition to any Winchester collection.

Rating Definition:

Very good plus, retains 40% original blue finish and strong traces of original case colors and patterns with the balance a smooth silver grey patina. The refinished wood is very good with a few minor dings and scratches on the forearms slabs. Mechanically excellent.



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