Manufactured in 1894. The accompanying factory letter lists this rifle with an octagon barrel in .45-90 caliber, plain trigger and takedown configuration when received in the warehouse on October 6, 1894 and shipped the same day. The top barrel flat is marked with the two-line address ahead of the rear sight and "45-90 W.C.F." at the breech. The 1884 and 1885 patent dates are marked on the lower tang directly behind the trigger, and the serial number is at the end. The upper tang is marked "-MODEL 1886-". The takedown lever has the 1893 patent date marking. Combination Beach front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights. The forearm and straight grip stock are non-checkered, nicely figured walnut.

Fine, retaining 60% original blue finish with the balance a thinning to a brown. Traces of original case colors remain on the hammer and lever. The wood is also fine with minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.