Winchester Model 1886 rifles were highly valued on the wester frontier, not only for their firepower but also for their rugged dependability. This example was manufactured in 1888 and is chambered in the powerful .45-90 W.C.F. cartridge which would have been capable of stopping any threat in the Wild West. It has the standard two-line address and "45-90 W.C.F." on the top of the barrel at the breech, model designation on the upper tang, two-line patent marking and serial number on the lower tang, a Marble No. 3 beaded blade front sight and an elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight, a smooth forearm, and a straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. A small "D.W.J." stamp in on the buttstock three times and faintly on the forearm once, the meaning of which is unknown. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration as well as receipt at the warehouse on 15 March 1888 and shipment on 3 April 1888 in order number 6451.

Fine, retains 70% plus of the original blue finish on the barrel and faint case color patterns in sheltered areas with the balance mostly a smooth grey patina and some scattered very light surface pitting. The wood is also fine with some scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent. This rifle definitely has the look of a well-cared for, frontier used rifle that a man would have depended on for meat and personal defense in the American West.