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Lot #3045
Lot #3047

Lot 3046: Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Musket in .22 Short

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Lot 3046: Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Musket in .22 Short

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Musket in .22 Short

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1885-Musket
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22 short
Barrel: 28 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2177
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 39
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

High wall muskets in 22 short caliber are scarce relative to the low walls. Receiver manufactured after 1913 with standard markings including Winchester oval proofs on the barrel and action. Dovetail blade front sight and elevation adjustable folding ladder rear sight graduated from 1 to 4 on the left side of the base and marked "B" and graduated from 1 to 20 on the ladder. Standard musket style finger groove forearm and straight grip stock with carbine style buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 80% blue on the barrel and 40% blue on the action with the balance a smooth grey patina. The wood is also very fine with some scattered minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



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