Manufactured in 1894. One of only 629 manufactured in .40-70 W.C.F. Top barrel flat marked with the two-line address and scarce "40-70 W.C.F." caliber marking at the breech. Model marking on the upper tang and patent markings and serial number on the lower tang. Fitted with dovetailed German silver blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights. 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 17 January 1895 and the shipping date left blank on the factory ledger.