Premier Firearms Auction - Day 1
Premier Firearms Auction - Day 1
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Special Order Winchester Model 1876 .50 Express Rifle
Lot # 26 (Sale Order: 26 of 790)
Sometimes referred to as the Centennial Model, this 50 Express Winchester Model 1876 rifle was manufactured in 1881. Second Model with the dust cover rail secured to the top of the receiver with two screws. The top barrel flat is marked "WINCHESTER'S REPEATING ARMS. NEW HAVEN. CT./KING'S - IMPROVEMENT - PATENTED - MARCH 29, 1866. OCTOBER 16, 1860.-" ahead of the rear sight and ".50 CAL." at the breech. The top of the dust cover is marked "WINCHESTER EXPRESS/.50 CAL. 95 GRS." and the bottom of the cartridge elevator is marked "50-95". The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1876." and the serial number is marked on the rear of the lower tang. Dovetailed German silver blade front sight and folding ladder rear sight graduated to 100 yards and marked "1876" at the top. Full length tubular magazine, blue finish with casehardened hammer and lever and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a steel shotgun buttplate. The accompanying factory letter verifies the rifle configuration, 50 express caliber, octagon barrel, plain trigger, shotgun butt, that it was received in the warehouse on April 21, 1881 and shipped out of the warehouse on August 14, 1883 with 4 other guns with the same specifications to the same order number.
Class: Antique
Exceptionally fine. The rifle retains 80% plus bright original blue finish with the balance thinning to a smooth plum patina and flaking of blue on the dust cover. 50% of the original nitre blue remains on the loading gate. There are a few areas on the barrel and magazine tube of cleaned dark oxidation. The hammer and lever retain 50% of the original case colors with a smooth gray patina on the balance. The buttplate has a mottled gray patina with a few areas of minor oxidation. The wood is very fine with much of the original oil finish, raised grain and some scattered minor dings and dents. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is excellent.
First Year Production Winchester Model 1886 Rifle in .45-70 WCF
Lot # 27 (Sale Order: 27 of 790)
Manufactured in 1886, the first year of production, with the desirable early casehardened receiver as well as an early three-digit serial number (969). Standard two-line address and "45-70" on the top barrel flat, model designation on the upper tang, and two-line patent 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. An opportunity to add a three-digit serial numbered Winchester in a very popular caliber to your collection!
Class: Antique
Very good, retains 20% original blue finish in sheltered areas and on the bolt with the balance mostly a smooth grey patina and the receiver retains traces of original case colors with the balance a mottled silver-grey patina. The refinished wood is also very good with some scattered minor dings and scratches, and a hairline crack and some minor chipping near the tangs. Mechanically excellent.
Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter
Lot # 28 (Sale Order: 28 of 790)
Manufactured in 1883 as a third model with integral dust cover rail, dust cover with rear serrations, and standard markings including the lack of caliber markings. The only chambering initially offered for the Model 1876 was .45-75, making a caliber marking unnecessary, a practice which appears to have sporadically continued well after other calibers were offered. Fitted with German silver dovetailed blade front, folding ladder rear, and tang mounted peep sights. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a trapdoor crescent buttplate (cleaning rod not included). The included factory letter confirms the current configuration as well as receipt at the warehouse on 4 September 1883 and shipment on 27 August 1884. Also included are two schematic prints of the .45-75 W.C.F. cartridge and a spent Jamison .45-75 casing.
Class: Antique
Fine overall, retains 50% plus original blue finish, faint traces of original case colors on the hammer, and 50% original nitre blue on the loading gate with the balance a mixture of grey and brown patinas and some mild pitting on the buttplate. The wood is also fine and has some minor dings and scratches scattered throughout and a few light chips near the edge of the buttplate. Mechanically excellent.
First Year Production Winchester Model 1894 Rifle
Lot # 29 (Sale Order: 29 of 790)
Manufactured in 1894. The barrel has Lyman beaded blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights and is marked with the two-line address followed by "32-40" on the top. The upper tang is marked with the three-line model/patent date information. Smooth forearm straight grip stock with crescent buttplate.
Class: Antique
Very good, retains 25% original blue finish, faint traces of original case colors, and strong traces of original nitre blue on the loading gate with the balance a smooth grey patina and some very light pitting on the receiver. The lightly sanded and reoiled wood is also very good with some scattered minor dings, a small notch in the comb, and a small chip in the corner of the wrist where it meets the receiver. Mechanically excellent.
Antique Flatside Winchester Model 1895 Rifle
Lot # 30 (Sale Order: 30 of 790)
Manufactured in 1896 with standard markings, this is one of approximately 5,000 of the early "flatside" Model 1895 rifles. Fitted with modified custom ramped beaded blade front, empty rear dovetail, and receiver mounted Lyman peep sights. Mounted with a smooth schnabel tip forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. The accompanying factory letter lists this rifle in .30 caliber with Lyman receiver and front sights when received in the warehouse on December 16, 1896 and shipped the same day and lists a March 1897 repair and return date.
Class: Antique
Fair. Mostly an artificial smooth grey patina with some evidence of mild cleaning. The barrel has been shortened, front sight ramp added, and the front sight replaced, all of which are equally aged with the rifle. The lightly sanded and reoiled wood is excellent with a few scattered light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
WWII Canadian PCMR Winchester Model 1894 Carbine
Lot # 31 (Sale Order: 31 of 790)
Manufactured in 1942 with the typical characteristics of the approximately 3,000 Model 1894 carbines purchased to arm the Canadian Pacific Coast Militia Rangers. At its height the unit had a strength of approximately 15,000, with a large number of these being members of the First Nations. The Rangers were tasked with patrolling the wild and sparsely populated northwestern coast of Canada due to fears of Japanese invasion. The PCMR was disbanded in September 1945 with the surrender of the Japanese but continues on as the Canadian Rangers. In addition to the standard markings including Winchester factory oval proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech, the carbine has three Canadian "'C' broad arrow" markings, which are on the left of the forearm, receiver, and buttstock. Fitted with ramped, hooded, beaded blade front and elevation adjustable notch rear, typical front sling swivel secured by a metal band around the forearm and barrel, and a rear sling swivel in the buttstock. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a serrated shotgun buttplate.
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Fine, retains 60% original blue finish with the balance a smooth grey patina primarily on high spots and handling areas. The wood is very good with numerous minor dings and scratches throughout, a couple hairline cracks in the forearm, and visible cartouches (forearm marking slightly faint). Mechanically excellent. Provenance: The Brandhorst Collection.
Inscribed Atlanta Police Department Winchester Model 1873 Rifle
Lot # 32 (Sale Order: 32 of 790)
Manufactured in 1890 as a Third Model with dust cover rail integral to the receiver and dust cover with serrations at the rear. This rifle was part of a shipment containing 124 other Model 1873 rifles for the Atlanta Police Department. Standard markings and fitted with dovetail blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights, and the special order "82/Atlanta Police" engraving on the left side of the receiver. This rifle's Atlanta Police rack number is consecutive to the following lot, and these two Atlanta Police marked Model 1873s are only two serial numbers a part (331937B and 331935B). Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with special order sling swivels and a trapdoor crescent buttplate containing three pieces of a four-piece cleaning rod. The included partial copy of the factory letter confirms the current configuration including the special order engraving and features as well as receipt at the warehouse on 21 February 1890 and shipment on 24 February 1890 in order number 9045.
Class: Antique
Fine, retains 40% plus original blue finish with the balance thinning to a mixture of grey and brown patinas. The wood is very good with some minor dings and scratches scattered throughout and a hairline crack in the toe of the buttstock. Mechanically excellent.
Inscribed Atlanta Police Department Winchester Model 1873 Rifle
Lot # 33 (Sale Order: 33 of 790)
Manufactured in 1890 as a Third Model with dust cover rail integral to the receiver and dust cover with serrations at the rear. This rifle was part of a shipment containing 124 other Model 1873 rifles for the Atlanta Police Department. Standard markings and fitted with dovetail blade front and replacement Marble elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights, and the special order "83/Atlanta Police" engraving on the left side of the receiver. This rifle's Atlanta Police rack number is consecutive to the previous lot, and these two Atlanta Police marked Model 1873s are only two serial numbers a part (331937B and 331935B). Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with special order sling swivels and a trapdoor crescent buttplate containing a four-piece cleaning rod. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration including the special order engraving and features as well as receipt at the warehouse on 21 February 1890 and shipment on 24 February 1890 in order number 9045.
Class: Antique
Very good, retains 30% original blue finish which is thinning in areas to a smooth brown patina. The wood is good with minor dings, dents, and scratches throughout, a few hairline cracks, and retaining the majority of the varnish. Mechanically excellent.
Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 34 (Sale Order: 34 of 790)
Manufactured in 1870 and subsequently converted to 44 centerfire. Features a blade front sight, the two-line Winchester address and King's patent marking on top ahead of the notch and ladder rear sight, centerfire modified bolt, sling swivels on the forearm cap and butt, the serial number in block letters behind the trigger, and crescent brass buttplate with compartment (empty).
Class: Antique
Good with attractive aged patina on the frame and furniture, dark brown patina and mild pitting on the barrel and magazine tube, mottled gray and brown patina on the lever, some small replacement parts such as the magazine band and upper side plate screw, mild scratches and dings throughout, and legible markings. The wood is also good and has even refreshed oiled finish, a repaired split along the right side of the forearm, a few small chips at the edges, mild dings and scrapes, slightly undersized wrist, and general mild wear.
Factory Engraved Silver-Plated Winchester Model 1892 Rifle
Lot # 35 (Sale Order: 35 of 790)
This Winchester Model 1892 Takedown Fancy Sporting Rifle was manufactured in 1906. The rifle is accompanied by a copy of a letter from the Winchester Sales Department to Mr. Paul F. Sweitzer dated September 1, 1934 that provides details of Model 1892 Serial No. 463598. The letter states that Model 1892 rifle, No. 463598, was shipped from Winchester to F. D. McQueen of Newhouse, Utah, on January 6, 1909 for the account of Browning Brothers Ogden, Utah. The letter describes the rifle as: "25-20 half octagon, nickel steel barrel, fancy checkered stock and pistol grip, take-down, Lyman rear sight, King's Triple Bead Front Sight, with silver plated trimmings". The letter further states: "The gun was also engraved". This is almost certainly the earliest known Winchester factory letter. Additional documents contain a history of the rifle's ownership by Mr. Sweitzer and subsequent transfers. The special order Model 1892 Takedown Rifle has a .25-20 half round/half octagon barrel with a unique King's rotating front sight with three different colored beads and M.S.A. Co. rear sight with folding rear leaf. A Lyman folding combination rear sight is mounted on the receiver tang. The receiver is factory engraved with Winchester No. 10 engraving as illustrated in the 1897 edition of "WINCHESTER HIGHLY FINISHED ARMS". The engraving consists of "ornamental scrolls and border work" with a game scene on the left side of the receiver. The forearm and pistol grip stock are highly figured, fancy grain walnut with 'Style H" checkering and a piano finish. The pistol grip has a black hard rubber cap embossed "WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS". The barrel, magazine, bolt and loading gate are blued. The forearm cap, receiver and crescent buttplate are silver-plated, and the hammer and lever are color casehardened. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped: "MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A. PATENTED OCTOBER 14. 1884." in two lines ahead of the rear sight. "NICKEL STEEL 25-20 W.C.F." is roll stamped on the left side of the barrel between the rear sight and the receiver. The serial number is roll stamped across the bottom of the receiver. This rifle is one of the most elaborate, special order Model 1892 rifles extant and is complete with what is almost certainly the earliest Winchester factory letter.
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Excellent. The rifle is all original. The barrel and magazine have 97% of the original blue finish; the only wear is some very minor scratches near the takedown lever. The case colors on the hammer and lever are slightly faded and 75% plus remain. The untouched original silver plated finish is 99% complete on the forearm cap, takedown collar, receiver and crescent buttplate, and is tarnished. The engraving on the receiver is crisp. The highly figured walnut stock and forearm are in excellent condition; the piano finish shows minimal wear, the checkering is sharp, and there are only a few, very minor, handling and storage marks. The rifle appears to be in excellent mechanical condition. This is an excellent example of a fully documented special order, factory engraved Winchester Model 1892 takedown rifle with very rare silver-plated finish. This is a one-of-a-kind rifle that would be the standout piece in the most advanced Winchester collection. Provenance: The Gateway Collection.
Antique Special Order Winchester Deluxe Model 1894 Rifle
Lot # 36 (Sale Order: 36 of 790)
Manufactured in 1897 per George Madis' serial number range and having several special order features. The accompanying Buffalo Bill Historical Center letter states Winchester factory records lists this rifle with a half octagon barrel in .30 caliber, plain trigger, takedown configuration, checkered pistol grip stock, half magazine and Lyman front and rear sights when received in the warehouse on September 6, 1901 and shipped the next day. The rifle is fitted with a dovetail blade front sight, three leaf rear sight and folding tang peep sight. The top barrel flat is stamped with the two-line address marking ahead of the rear sight and "30 WCF" at the breech, and the upper left barrel flat has the two-line nickel steel marking. The forearm and pistol grip stock are checkered select grade walnut. The buttstock has a hard rubber Winchester grip cap and steel crescent buttplate. Consecutively numbered to the special order Winchester deluxe Model 1894 takedown rifle in the next lot.
Class: Antique
Fine, retaining 75% original blue finish with artificial brown refinish visible on a three inch section of barrel directly rear of the muzzle. Thinning and speckling of brown patina on the balance. The refinished takedown collar is a mixture of original blue finish and artificial brown-gray patina. 60% original nitre blue finish remains on the loading gate. 60% original case colors remain on the hammer, lever and buttplate. The wood is very fine showing minor handling marks, crisp checkering overall and retains most of the original finish. Mechanically excellent.
Antique Winchester Deluxe Model 1894 Short Rifle
Lot # 37 (Sale Order: 37 of 790)
Manufactured in 1897 per George Madis' serial number range and having several special order features. The accompanying Buffalo Bill Historical Center letter states Winchester factory records lists this rifle with a 22 inch round barrel in .30 caliber, plain trigger, takedown configuration, checkered pistol grip stock, shotgun butt and Lyman front sight when received in the warehouse on August 29, 1901 and shipped the next day, and has a June 21, 1915 repaired and returned date. A Winchester factory oval proof is stamped on the barrel and receiver (obtained when it went back to the factory in 1915). The rifle is fitted with a dovetail beaded blade Lyman front sight and three leaf rear sight. The left side of the barrel has the two-line address/patent dates marking used on 1894s after serial number 100,000, two-line nickel steel marking and "30 WCF." The upper tang has the three-line model/patent date marking. The forearm and pistol grip stock are checkered select grade walnut. The buttstock has a hard rubber Winchester grip cap and steel shotgun style buttplate. Consecutively numbered to the special order Winchester Deluxe Model 1894 takedown rifle in the previous lot.
Class: Antique
Very fine, retaining 85% plus original blue finish with scattered pitting visible on the top right rear frame, thinning and edge wear visible on the balance. There is an area of pitting on the receiver (right side). 75% original nitre blue remains on the loading gate. 80% original case colors remain on the hammer and lever. The wood is also very fine with a tiny missing chip and repaired crack near the upper tang, minor handling marks, crisp checkering overall and retains most of the finish. Mechanically excellent.
Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 38 (Sale Order: 38 of 790)
Manufactured in 1882 as a third model with integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serrated rear edge. Dovetail blade and elevation adjustable sights on a barrel stamped with the two-line address/patent dates marking and "38-CAL." The cartridge elevator is marked "38 CAL," and the upper tang has the model marking. The smooth straight grip stock is fitted with a trapdoor buttplate (cleaning rod not included).
Class: Antique
Very fine, retaining 80% original blue finish with thinning and speckling of brown patina on the balance. There is a small patch of cleaned pitting on the barrel. 60% original nitre blue finish remains on the loading gate. 90% plus original case colors remain on the hammer, lever and buttplate. The wood is fine with numerous minor handling/storage marks and flaking/crazing of the varnish overall. Mechanically excellent.
Special Order Winchester Deluxe Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 39 (Sale Order: 39 of 790)
Manufactured in 1897 according to George Madis' serial number range. The accompanying Winchester Gun Museum letter lists this rifle with an octagon barrel in .32 WS caliber, plain trigger, checkered pistol grip stock, silver trimmings and Lyman hunting front and rear sights when shipped on May 1, 1905. The barrel has a dovetail beaded blade Lyman front sight and folding two leaf Lyman rear sight and is marked with the two-line address/patent date marking ahead of the rear sight and "32 W.S." at the breech on the top flat and the two-line nickel steel marking on the upper left flat. There is a folding tang peep sight. The barrel, magazine tube and bolt are blue, the hammer and lever are casehardened, and the forend cap, receiver and buttplate are silver plated. The half silver finish is a very rare Winchester special order feature, rarer than full nickel finish. Mounted on a fancy, highly figured walnut forearm and pistol grip stock featuring checkering, hard rubber Winchester grip cap and crescent buttplate. The left side of the lower tang is marked "20757 XXX". The assembly number "20725" is stamped on the buttstock under the buttplate and on the back of the buttplate.
Class: Antique
Excellent. The barrel and magazine tube retain 90% plus original blue finish with a vertical scratch visible ahead of frame, thinning on the balance. The forend cap, receiver and buttplate retain 97% plus original silver plating with some freckling and minor scratches visible on both sides of receiver. 40% original case colors remain on the hammer and lever. 80% original nitre blue remains on the loading gate. The wood is very fine with minor dings and scratches and scattered blemishes in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.
New Haven Arms Company Henry Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 40 (Sale Order: 40 of 790)
This Henry lever action rifle was manufactured by the New Haven Arms Company during the second month of production, July 1862. The rifle has the distinctive octagon barrel with integral 15-shot magazine and brass receiver and buttplate. The barrel/magazine is blued, the hammer and lever are color casehardened and the straight grain American walnut stock is oil finished. The rifle has the first pattern receiver with alternate rear sight dovetail and early buttplate with rounded heel and has the very desirable feature of being without a lever catch. The barrel has the first style folding leaf rear sight with round top and "1000" marking below the center notch and a replacement brass front sight. The magazine has the small diameter follower and the lower receiver has the early, straight follower cut. The early style stock has a nearly vertical comb angle. The buttplate and tang have hand-fitted screws with serial numbered shanks. The stock and barrel lack the sling swivel and loop for a sling hook which were special order items on early production Henry rifles. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped with the smaller, first style, legend: "HENRY'S PATENT. OCT. 16. 1860/MANUFACT'D BY THE NEWHAVEN ARMS. CO. NEWHAVEN. CT" in two lines. This legend uses serif letters for all the marking except the second "NEWHAVEN" which is stamped in block letters. The serial number, "312" is stamped: (1) on the top barrel flat between the rear sight and the receiver, (2) on the inside of the buttplate near the top of the heel and (3) on the shanks of both buttplate screws. The butt trap contains a four-piece jointed, steel cleaning rod supplied with late production Henry rifles. The Henry rifle was the most advanced rifle available during the Civil War. Although the federal government armed only one regiment (1st District of Columbia Cavalry) with Henry rifles, it is generally believed that most Henry rifles manufactured during the Civil War were privately purchased by individual soldiers who wanted the advantage of a 15-shot, lever action repeating rifle. Most of the early sales of Henry rifles were made by New Haven Arms Co., agents in Louisville, Kentucky and surrounding states. Henry rifles proved to be especially popular with Midwestern soldiers. By 1864 several Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky regiments were armed with significant numbers of privately purchased Henry rifles.
Class: Antique
Very good. The barrel and has an attractive dark brown patina with smooth metal surfaces. The edges of the barrel show handling wear. The front sight blade is a period replacement. The top of the upper receiver tang has been milled flat ahead of the front tang screw to mount a folding peep sight. This is a period modification and the peep sight is included with the rifle. The brass receiver and buttplate have a good-looking patina and remain in very good condition with moderate handling wear. The side plates have a different patina from the receiver. There is a distinct joint between the side plates and the receiver. The hammer, trigger and lever have an even brown patina. The oiled walnut stock remains in very fine overall condition and appears to be original to the rifle. This is a good looking example of a very early Henry rifle from the second month of New Haven Arms Company production.
Scarce Antique Gold Plated Winchester Model 1890 Rifle in .22 S
Lot # 41 (Sale Order: 41 of 790)
Manufactured in 1897 in .22 Short caliber with a rare gold plated receiver and buttplate. The barrel is fitted with dovetailed blade front and notch rear sights, and marked with the two-line address and caliber designation on the top flat. The upper tang is marked with the three-line model designation/patent marking, with the serial number on the lower tang. The left side of the lower tang, the buttplate, and buttstock are all marked with the assembly number "1137". Mounted with a twelve-groove slide handle and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. The included factory letter confirms the caliber, the "gold trims", as well as receipt at the warehouse on 25 February 1898 and shipment the same day in order number 4280. According to Winchester slide action expert and author Ned Schwing, only 19 Model 1890 rifles were gold plated between serial numbers 1 and 329,999, making this rifle extraordinarily scarce.
Class: Antique
Very fine, retains 70% original blue finish that is beginning to show an attractive slightly plum patina, 80% original gold plating on the receiver with the balance a smooth brown patina and some minor scuffs, and almost all of the original case colors on the hammer. The buttplate has been replated at some point The wood is fine with some minor dings and scratches scattered throughout and retaining almost all of the varnish. Mechanically excellent.
Documented Factory Engraved Winchester Deluxe Model 1890 Rifle
Lot # 43 (Sale Order: 42 of 790)
Manufactured in 1902, this deluxe Model 1890 shows beautifully executed factory No. 6 pattern engraving. The accompanying Winchester Gun Museum letter lists this rifle with .22 Long chambering, checkered pistol grip stock, matted barrel, and $10.00 No. 6 engraving when it was shipped on December 10, 1902. The barrel is marked with the two-line address/patent marking and caliber designation on the upper left flat, a flourish of floral scroll engraving at the breech, and it is fitted with dovetailed beaded blade front, elevation adjustable notch rear, and tang mounted peep sights. The barrel also displays two very scarce special order features, those being a threaded muzzle with checkered thread cap and the top flat being matted. Mounted with a twelve-groove slide handle and finely figured pistol grip stock with a hard rubber grip cap and crescent buttplate. The rifle is pictured on page 173 of "Winchester Slide Action Rifles Volume I" by Schwing, where the engraving, which features a bighorn sheep scene on the left and a stag scene on the right surrounded by floral scroll, is described as likely by Herman or John Ulrich or one of their apprentices. The left side of the lower tang is marked "14869 XX", and the buttstock under the buttplate is marked "14869". The rifle is again pictured in Schwing's book on page 240 where the extreme rarity of the matted barrel is discussed, with only five rifles ordered with the feature between serial number 1 and 329,999. The combination of masterful factory engraving, extremely rare special order features, and being featured in the preeminent book on Winchester slide actions truly makes this a rifle worthy of the most advanced and prestigious collection.
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Fine, retains 40% original blue finish with the receiver and some edges showing mostly an attractive smooth grey patina and crisp engraving. The wood is also fine with some minor dings and scratches scattered throughout, mostly well-defined checkering, and retaining most of the varnish. Mechanically excellent.
Winchester Model 1892 Trapper's Carbine with Rare 16 Inch Barrel
Lot # 44 (Sale Order: 43 of 790)
Manufactured in 1917 with standard markings including Winchester factory oval proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech. Fitted with square base pinned blade front and folding ladder rear sights, and a staple and saddle ring on the left side of the receiver. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a carbine buttplate.
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Very good plus, retains 30% plus original blue finish, mostly on the barrel and magazine, with the balance showing a mixture of brown and grey patinas and some scattered light pitting. The wood is very good with some minor dings, dents, and scratches. Mechanically excellent. Very desirable in 16 inch length as it does not require ATF exemption!
Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 45 (Sale Order: 44 of 790)
Manufactured in 1892. The rifle has an octagon barrel and is fitted with a sporting type rear sight with elevator and a fixed blade front sight. The barrel and magazine tube are blued and the receiver, loading lever and buttplate appear to be casehardened. The stock and forend are oil finished walnut. The top barrel flat is marked: "-MANUFACTURED BY THE -/-WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A.-" in two lines ahead of the rear sight. "40-65 W.C.F." is marked on the barrel behind the rear sight. The upper barrel tang is marked "-MODEL 1886-". The "1884" and "1885" patent dates and the serial number are located on the lower receiver tang.
Class: Antique
Very good. The barrel and magazine tube retain 40% of the slightly faded original blue finish. The edges of the barrel are sharp and the markings are very clear. The forearm cap, receiver, loading lever and buttplate have a smooth silver gray patina. The bolt retains 30% of the blue finish. The stock and forearm have been lightly sanded and reoiled and are in very good overall condition and show minimal handling wear. Mechanically fine.
Special Order 28 Inch Barrel Winchester Model 1873 Rifle
Lot # 46 (Sale Order: 45 of 790)
Manufactured in 1894 as a third model with integral dust cover rail and dust cover with rear serrations. Special order extra length barrel fitted with German silver dovetail blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights, special order set trigger and sling swivels, and the upper tang drilled and tapped for a peep sight with installed filler screws. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a trapdoor crescent buttplate. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration including the special order features as well as receipt at the warehouse on 6 November 1894 and shipment the same day.
Class: Antique
Very good, retains strong traces original blue finish mainly in sheltered areas with the balance showing a mostly brown patina and a few scattered patches of light pitting. The wood is also fine with minor dings and scratches scattered throughout, five small notches in the right edge of the forearm near the receiver, and a few light chips in other edges. Mechanically excellent.
Special Order Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 47 (Sale Order: 46 of 790)
The accompanying Cody Firearms Museum Records Office serial number search form lists this rifle with a 1/2 octagon barrel in .30 caliber and plain trigger and the following dates: serial number applied for on "6-27-1901," date in on "9-7-1901," and date shipped on "9-11-1901." Dovetailed blade and three leaf sights on a special order half octagon barrel with the two-line address and "30 W.C.F." on the top flat and the two-line nickel steel marking on the upper left flat. The upper tang has the three-line model/patent date marking. The straight grip stock has a crescent buttplate.
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Fine. The rifle retains 60% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. Traces of original case colors remain on the hammer and lever. The wood is fine with a couple missing small surface chips and a number of scattered moderate dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
C.S.P. Marked Winchester Model 1895 Saddle Ring Carbine
Lot # 48 (Sale Order: 47 of 790)
Manufactured in 1925 with standard markings including a Winchester factory oval proof on top of the receiver at the breech and "C.S.P." and "34." stamps on the buttplate. Pinned blade front sight (dab of white paint applied) and folding ladder rear sights and mounted with a grooved forearm with upper handguard and straight grip stock with a trapdoor carbine buttplate containing two cleaning attachments. Two non-factory installed filler screws are present on the top left rear side of receiver.
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Fine, retains 60% original blue finish with the balance thinned to a smooth grey patina. The wood is also fine with some minor dings and dents scattered throughout. Mechanically excellent.
Winchester Model 1873 "Daisy" Rifle with Factory Letter
Lot # 49 (Sale Order: 48 of 790)
Manufactured in 1891 as a third model with integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serrated rear edge. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration and "The Daisy Rifle" engraving when received in the warehouse on 26 June 1891 and shipped three days later. "THE DAISY RIFLE" is on the upper left barrel flat, and this inscription was especially done for the Sydney, Australia, dealer F. Lassetter & Co. Ltd. It has standard markings, dovetail blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights, and is mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a trapdoor buttplate containing a four-piece cleaning rod.
Class: Antique
Fair, showing mostly a mottled grey-brown patina and some scattered light pitting. The magazine has been slightly shortened and the left forearm cap screw is absent. The refinished wood is also fair with minor handling marks throughout, a few minor cracks, and a few filled holes and repairs in the buttstock. Mechanically excellent.
Winchester Deluxe Model 1886 Extra Lightweight Takedown Rifle
Lot # 50 (Sale Order: 49 of 790)
Manufactured in 1901 in desirable .45-70 caliber and factory documented special order deluxe extra lightweight takedown short rifle configuration. The accompanying Cody Firearm Records office serial number verification lists this rifle with a 22 inch round barrel in .45-70 caliber (smokeless), extra lightweight and takedown configuration, plain trigger, oil finished checkered pistol grip stock, Lyman receiver sight, half magazine, and hard rubber shotgun buttplate when received in the warehouse on March 12, 1902 and shipped the next day. According to Winchester expert George Madis, "Very few receiver sights were fitted to any Winchesters." These scarcely encountered factory mounted receiver sights are nearly never documented in the factory records. The factory documented receiver sight on this rifle alone makes it a highly desirable example missing from even the most advanced Winchester lever action collections. As stated, the rifle has an original 22 inch barrel. Model 1886 rifles with special order barrels shorter or longer than the standard 26-inch barrel are scarce. Overall a high condition deluxe Model 1886 extra lightweight takedown rifle with highly sought after rare special order features documented by the factory. As Madis notes, "Deluxe Model 86s in the rifles made after 1900 are hard to find, partly due to the higher cost of deluxe features." The barrel is stamped with the two-line address ahead of the rear sight and "45-70" at the breech on top and "NICKEL STEEL" on the left side. The rifle is equipped with a Marble Sheard beaded blade front sight, elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight, and Lyman receiver sight. The upper tang is marked "-MODEL 1886-." The lower tang has the two-line patent dates marking and the serial number. The attractive highly figured walnut forearm and pistol grip stock feature multi-point "H" style checkering. The buttstock has a Winchester hard rubber grip cap and shotgun buttplate. The left side of the lower tang is marked "2 XX R." The assembly number "2" is repeated on the stock inlet.
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Excellent, retaining 95% original blue finish with finish mixed with brown and gray patinas on the upper tang, otherwise some thinning to brown strongest on the forend cap and underside of frame and takedown collar. 50% original nitre blue remains on the loading gate. 95% vivid original case colors remain on the hammer and lever. The factory documented oil finished wood is also excellent with a couple natural hairline age stress lines along the grain, some minor handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent. An excellent factory documented Winchester Deluxe Model 1886 Extra Lightweight Takedown rifle that would be hard to improve upon!
Desirable Winchester Raised Thumbprint First Model 1873 Rifle
Lot # 51 (Sale Order: 50 of 790)
Manufactured in 1874 as a first model with desirable raised thumbprint dust cover held in place by two integral guides. Fitted with German silver dovetail blade front and elevation adjustable notch rear sights, sling swivel on the forearm cap, and a hole for the absent rear sling swivel in the buttstock. Two-line address/patent markings on the top barrel flat, model designation on the upper tang that is drilled and tapped with filler screws, and small script serial number on the lower tang. Mounted with a smooth forearm and nicely figured straight grip stock with a trapdoor crescent buttplate (cleaning rod not included).
Class: Antique
Good, retains traces of original blue finish mostly in sheltered areas with the balance a mottled grey-brown patina and some scattered light pitting. The lever latch is a modern replacement. The reoiled wood is very good with some scattered minor dings and scratches, and a few light chips along the edges of the buttplate and lower tang. Mechanically excellent.