The "S" serial numbers were the last Whitney-Kennedys manufactured in 1885 and 1886. This rifle has a German silver blade front sight, adjustable sporting rear sight, "WHITNEY KENNEDY MF'D BY/WHITNEY ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CT. U.S.A." on top ahead of the rear sight, "40-60" on top at the breech, the patent markings on the upper tang, smooth stock and forearm, and four-piece cleaning rod in the stock. Originally from the Lewis Steadman Collection.

Fine with 40% plus original blue finish remaining, strongest blue on the barrel and magazine tube, smooth brown or gray in the faded areas, general light scratches and marks, and mostly distinct markings. The wood is also fine and has most of the original varnish and some mild scrapes and dings. Mechanically excellent.