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

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 353:Winchester Model 37 "Bridger" Line Throwing Gun

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Cased Winchester Model 37 "Bridger" Shoulder Line Throwing Gun with ATF Exemption Letter and Accessories

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.

ConditionExcellent, 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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ManufacturerNaval Co.
ModelLine Throwing
TypeRifle
ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge45-70
Barrel14 inch round
Finishblue
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2547
Catalog page249
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