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Lot 1054: Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 4, 2021

Lot 1054: Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 4, 2021

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1873
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 38 WCF
Barrel: 24 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1225
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 41
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in 1891 as a Third Model with integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serrations at the rear. Two-line address/King's patent marking and "38 W.C.F." on the top barrel flat, model designation on the upper tang, serial number on the lower tang, and "38 CAL." faintly on the bottom of the cartridge elevator. Fitted with German silver blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a trapdoor crescent buttplate (cleaning rod not included).

Rating Definition:

Very good, retains 20% of the original blue finish, primarily in sheltered areas, with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina and a few scattered patches of light pitting. The wood is good with numerous scattered light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



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