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Lot #352
Lot #354

Lot 353: Winchester Model 37 "Bridger" Line Throwing Gun

Cased Winchester Model 37 "Bridger" Shoulder Line Throwing Gun with ATF Exemption Letter and Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 13, 2022

Lot 353: Winchester Model 37 "Bridger" Line Throwing Gun

Cased Winchester Model 37 "Bridger" Shoulder Line Throwing Gun with ATF Exemption Letter and Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 13, 2022

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,500
Price Realized:
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Cased Winchester Model 37 "Bridger" Shoulder Line Throwing Gun with ATF Exemption Letter and Accessories

Manufacturer: Naval Co.
Model: Line Throwing
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70
Barrel: 14 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2468
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 249
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

The barrel is marked, "LINE GUN-45-70 BLANK ONLY-" with Winchester manufacturer markings, and also has the markings of Bridger Naval Co. which was located in Doylestown, Pa., who attached the cord canisters, brass rods, etc. This is the "BRIDGER" made using a Winchester Model 37 as a base. The left side of the action and the rope canister name plate are both marked "E147". Included with the gun is a carrying case for the line gun and all accessories, a box of blank .45-70 cartridges (good), three spools of rope, three wooden dowels, three blunt projectiles, a bottle of Hoppes cleaning solution, and cleaning patches. Also included is a 1994 dated ATF letter stating that this line throwing device is not a "firearm" per the NFA but remains one under 18 U.S.C.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 97% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks and some oxidation on the line canister. Mechanically excellent. Case is fine with storage and handling marks, and scattered dents.



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