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Stunning Special Order Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle with Vibrant Casehardened Receiver
The variance in assembly markings plus the “XX,”“S,” and “R” markings suggest the rifle was originally meant to have a slightly lower grade of stock with a shotgun butt and a rubber buttplate. The buttstock was likely updated by the factory to match a new order. We have seen other Winchesters that were modified in house before being shipped, a few with multiple changes.
CONDITION: Very
fine. The barrel and
magazine tube retain 95%
of the original blue finish and have
minor spots of wear, crisp matting, and
oxidation spots visible on the takedown
collar. The loading gate also retains 85% plus of
the original niter blue finish. 90% of the original case
colors remain. They are particularly vibrant on the sides of
the frame and back of the buttplate, and the colors are darker on the hammer and lever. There are also scattered light patches of oxidation, mainly on the sides of the frame. The wood is also very fine and retains the vast majority of the original finish and crisp checkering
and has beautiful flame figure, limited light scratches, and some
dings concentrated on the forearm. Mechanically excellent. This is an exceptional Model 1894. The Winchester Model 1894 has been one
of the most popular sporting arms in history, but early special order Model 1894s with rare features like matted barrels and casehardened frames are extremely difficult to find, particularly in very fine condition like this extraordinary rifle.
Estimate: 45,000 - 65,000
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