This beautiful and extremely rare deluxe factory engraved third model Winchester 1890 rifle was manufactured in 1913. The distinctive feature of the third model is the locking cut made on the front top of the receiver to allow the breech bolt to lock externally. The rifle features a very desirable factory engraving pattern that was suited for small frame rifles like the Model 1890. This engraving features delicate scrollwork and oval panel scenes depicting rabbits (right side) and squirrels (left side). The engraving also consists of various bordering patterns. The serial number is found on the frame and lower tang. The rifle is equipped with a dovetail beaded blade front sight, an elevation adjustable rear sight and a Lyman tang peep sight. The upper left barrel flat is stamped with the "MOD. 1890" legend ahead of the rear sight and "22 W.R.F." at the breech. The 12-groove forearm and checkered pistol grip stock are deluxe walnut. The buttstock is fitted with a Winchester hard rubber grip cap. The left side of the lower tang is stamped "507 9419 X." The stock inlet is stamped with the assembly number "702" along with a crossed out (now illegible) second assembly number. The assembly number "9419" is repeated on the butt of the stock.

Very fine, retaining 85% plus original blue finish with smooth brown patina and high edge wear on the balance. The engraving is crisp. The wood is also very fine with minor handling marks, crisp checkering overall and retains most of the original varnish. Mechanically excellent.