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Lot 46:Winchester First Model 1876 "Open Top" Lever Action Rifle

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 46:Winchester First Model 1876 "Open Top" Lever Action Rifle

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Early Production Three Digit Serialized Winchester First Model 1876 "Open Top" Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter

This rifle has the seldom seen open top frame whereas the later Model 1876s had dust covers. Only around 3,000 were produced out of the total of 63,871 manufactured between 1876 and 1897. Per the serial number this Model 1876 was manufactured in 1876, the first year of production. The accompanying factory letter for this rifle confirms the octagon barrel and plain trigger as well as being received in the warehouse on October 26, 1877 and shipped the same day. The rifle is fitted with a dovetail blade front sight and an elevation adjustable rear sight. The top barrel flat has the two-line address/patent dates legend ahead of the rear sight. The rifle correctly lacks a caliber designation as early production Model 1876s were offered only in .45-75 WCF. The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1876." Other early features include the large hammer and buttplate with large toe. The buttstock is fitted with a trapdoor buttplate (cleaning rod not included).

ConditionGood, with the metal surfaces have an untouched smooth dark brown patina overall. The wood is very good with minor dings and scratches. Mechanically fine. A seldom encountered first year production Winchester First Model 1876 "Open Top" Rifle.
Details
ManufacturerWinchester
Model1876
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge45-75
Barrel28 inch octagon
Finishblue
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views3073
Catalog page44
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