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Lot 3002:Antique Winchester Model 1886 Rifle in Very Scarce .38-70 W.C.F.

August 28th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 3002:Antique Winchester Model 1886 Rifle in Very Scarce .38-70 W.C.F.

August 28th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Documented Antique Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle in Scarce .38-70 W.C.F. with Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1894 as one of only 830 chambered in .38-70 W.C.F. Standard two-line address and ".38-70 W.C.F." marked on the top barrel flat, model designation on the upper tang, and two-line patent date marking 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 12 July 1894 and shipped on 17 April 1900 in order number 56946.

ConditionVery good plus, retains 40% original blue finish with the balance a plum-brown patina and some scattered light pitting. Very faint traces of original case colors remain, primarily on the hammer, with the balance having mostly silvered. The wood is fine showing some nice figure with minor dings and scratches scattered throughout. Mechanically excellent.
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ManufacturerWinchester
Model1886
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge38-70 WCF
Barrel26 inch octagon
Finishblue/casehardened
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1819
Catalog page4
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