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Lot 66: Antique Winchester Model 1873 Rifle with Factory Letter

Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 5, 2020

Lot 66: Antique Winchester Model 1873 Rifle with Factory Letter

Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 5, 2020

Estimated Price: $1,300 - $1,900
Price Realized:
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Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1873
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 32 WCF
Barrel: 24 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2127
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 49
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in 1891 as a third model with integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serrated rear edge. Dovetail blade front sight and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight on a barrel. Standard markings and mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration as well as receipt at the warehouse on 10 March 1891 and shipment on 21 March 1891.

Rating Definition:

Very good, retains nearly 30% original blue finish and traces of original nitre blue finish with the balance having thinned to a dark brown-blue patina and some scattered light pitting. The wood is also very good with minor dings and scratches scattered throughout. Mechanically excellent.



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