Skip to main content
Rock Island Auction Company
AuctionsConsignmentBlogFAQNewsAbout Us
Create Account
Login
AuctionsConsignmentBlogFAQNews & EventsAbout Us
Login
Create Account

History Lives Here

Rock Island Auction Company
1-309-797-15001-800-238-8022[email protected]
RIAC Rock Island
7819 42nd Street West
Rock Island, Illinois 61201, USA
8:00am - 5:00pm, Mon - Fri
RIAC Bedford
3600 Harwood Road
Bedford, Texas 76021, USA
8:00am - 5:00pm, Mon - Fri
Navigation
  • Auctions
  • Consignment
  • Blog
  • FAQ
  • News
  • About Us
More Info
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Job Postings & Careers
  • Contact
  • Order a Catalog
© 2025 Rock Island Auction Company. RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. Click here for more information.
Healthcare Transparency in Coverage.
  • Auction Catalog #78
  • Lot #1074
Lot #1073
Lot #1075

Lot 1074: Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 7, 2019

Lot 1074: Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 7, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
Login to view
Login to view

Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1873
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 32-20 WCF
Barrel: 24 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1470
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 41
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in 1891 as a third model with integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serrated rear edge. Blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights, standard Winchester markings, and smooth straight grip stock fitted with a crescent buttplate. The included Cody Firearms Records Office research request confirms the current configuration as well as receipt at the warehouse on 10 March 1891 and shipment on 13 March 1891 in order number 1726.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retains 40% plus original blue finish mixed with attractive plum-brown patina over most of the surfaces and 30% original nitre blue on the loading gate with the balance a bright grey patina at the muzzle and edges. The wood is also fine with some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



Customer Product Questions

There are currently no customer product questions on this lot

    Related Items

    Lot #1004: Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

    Lot #500: Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action .32 WCF Rifle

    Lot #528: Antique Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle

    Lot #1033: Antique Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle in .44 W.C.F.

    Lot #520: Antique Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle in .40-82 WCF

    Lot #1005: Antique Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle