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Documented Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle with Arapahoe County Inscription and Factory ...
Lot # 3025 (Sale Order: 26 of 848)
Documented Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle with Arapahoe County Inscription and Factory Letter
This is a nice example of a Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle that was manufactured in 1893 and shipped from the warehouse in 1894. The rifle has a blue barrel, magazine, loading gate and bolt; the forearm cap, receiver, hammer, lever and crescent buttplate have a color casehardened finish. The left side of the receiver is engraved "Arapahoe County" in script. The top of the barrel ahead of the rear sight is marked "-MANUFACTURED BY THE- / -WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN, U.S.A.". , "40-82 W.C.F." is marked on top at the breech, "-MODEL 1886-" on the upper tang and the serial number is marked on the lower tang behind the lever, and marked "PAT, OCT. 14, 1884 / JAN. 20, 1885" directly behind the trigger. The barrel is equipped with a dovetailed silver blade front and adjustable rear buckhorn sights, full magazine and mounted with a smooth forearm with an iron end cap and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. The accompanying factory letter verifies the serial number, rifle configuration, 40/82 caliber, round barrel, plain trigger, engraved "Arapahoe Co. and that it was received and shipped on July 14, 1894 on order number 16557 with 49 other arms.
BBL: 26 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 40-82 WCF
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 89693
Condtion: Very fine. The barrel and magazine retain 95% original blue finish with some thinning, minor scratches and streaks of smooth brown patina. 99% original bright blue finish remains on the bolt. The receiver retains 50% bright original case colors with the balance having aged to a smooth silver gray. The lever retains approximately 30% vivid original case colors with the balance a smooth silver gray.…
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This is a nice example of a Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle that was manufactured in 1893 and shipped from the warehouse in 1894. The rifle has a blue barrel, magazine, loading gate and bolt; the forearm cap, receiver, hammer, lever and crescent buttplate have a color casehardened finish. The left side of the receiver is engraved "Arapahoe County" in script. The top of the barrel ahead of the rear sight is marked "-MANUFACTURED BY THE- / -WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN, U.S.A.". , "40-82 W.C.F." is marked on top at the breech, "-MODEL 1886-" on the upper tang and the serial number is marked on the lower tang behind the lever, and marked "PAT, OCT. 14, 1884 / JAN. 20, 1885" directly behind the trigger. The barrel is equipped with a dovetailed silver blade front and adjustable rear buckhorn sights, full magazine and mounted with a smooth forearm with an iron end cap and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. The accompanying factory letter verifies the serial number, rifle configuration, 40/82 caliber, round barrel, plain trigger, engraved "Arapahoe Co. and that it was received and shipped on July 14, 1894 on order number 16557 with 49 other arms.
BBL: 26 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 40-82 WCF
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 89693
Condtion: Very fine. The barrel and magazine retain 95% original blue finish with some thinning, minor scratches and streaks of smooth brown patina. 99% original bright blue finish remains on the bolt. The receiver retains 50% bright original case colors with the balance having aged to a smooth silver gray. The lever retains approximately 30% vivid original case colors with the balance a smooth silver gray.…
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Exquisite One of a Kind Custom Engraved Gold and Nickel Plated Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action...
Lot # 3026 (Sale Order: 27 of 848)
Exquisite One of a Kind Custom Engraved Gold and Nickel Plated Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle With Carved Ivory Stock and Forearm Relief
Originally manufactured in 1883, this Third Model was subsequently exquisitely custom embellished and mounted with finely detailed carved pre-ban, legally imported elephant ivory forearm and stock. The rifle originally was equipped with a round barrel and straight grip stock with a shotgun buttplate. The barrel, full magazine, rear sight adjuster, lever and hammer are nickel plated and the forend cap, front and rear sights, receiver, dust cover, magazine band, screw and cap, and crescent buttplate are gold plated. The barrel features floral scroll and punch dot patterns as well as fancy triple figure 8 designs accented with floral patterns on each side and scallop border on the side flats. The two line Winchester address/King's patent marking has a large arrow separating the lines. The forend cap, receiver, dust cover, lever, hammer and buttplate feature spectacular full floral scroll and punch dot engraving with a cowboy and Indian battling on each side of the receiver, a buffalo skull on the dust cover and an Indian holding a buffalo skull above his head on the cartridge elevator. The sides of the hammer and the buttstock compartment door have floral and feather designs. The forearm is finely checkered with floral scroll border and the same figure 8 pattern on the bottom center. The stock is beautifully relief carved in fine detail. The right side recreates Frederick Remington's famous painting "A Dash for The Timber" which was painted by Remington in 1890. (The painting is currently on display in the Amon Carter Museum in Fort Worth, Texas). The left side depicts a classic stagecoach under attack by Indians and the grip cap features the Winchester cowboy. The carving w…
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Originally manufactured in 1883, this Third Model was subsequently exquisitely custom embellished and mounted with finely detailed carved pre-ban, legally imported elephant ivory forearm and stock. The rifle originally was equipped with a round barrel and straight grip stock with a shotgun buttplate. The barrel, full magazine, rear sight adjuster, lever and hammer are nickel plated and the forend cap, front and rear sights, receiver, dust cover, magazine band, screw and cap, and crescent buttplate are gold plated. The barrel features floral scroll and punch dot patterns as well as fancy triple figure 8 designs accented with floral patterns on each side and scallop border on the side flats. The two line Winchester address/King's patent marking has a large arrow separating the lines. The forend cap, receiver, dust cover, lever, hammer and buttplate feature spectacular full floral scroll and punch dot engraving with a cowboy and Indian battling on each side of the receiver, a buffalo skull on the dust cover and an Indian holding a buffalo skull above his head on the cartridge elevator. The sides of the hammer and the buttstock compartment door have floral and feather designs. The forearm is finely checkered with floral scroll border and the same figure 8 pattern on the bottom center. The stock is beautifully relief carved in fine detail. The right side recreates Frederick Remington's famous painting "A Dash for The Timber" which was painted by Remington in 1890. (The painting is currently on display in the Amon Carter Museum in Fort Worth, Texas). The left side depicts a classic stagecoach under attack by Indians and the grip cap features the Winchester cowboy. The carving w…
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Very Fine Special Order Winchester Third Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Casehardened Receiver...
Lot # 3027 (Sale Order: 28 of 848)
Very Fine Special Order Winchester Third Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Casehardened Receiver and Factory Letter
This is an example of a highly desirable third Model Winchester 1873 Rifle with Cody Firearms Museum letter. The letter states that this rifle was shipped from Winchester on July 28, 1886 and returned to the factory for repair on September 2, 1887 (writer has no explanation for the aforementioned notation as all of the features check out). The Winchester records do not indicate the nature of the repair. The Cody letter describes the rifle finish as "casehardened" and states that the rifle had a round barrel, plain trigger and 1/2 magazine. The rifle has a round, blued, barrel fitted with a dovetailed, "Rocky Mountain" front sight and a sporting style rear sight and a blued half-magazine. A folding peep sight is mounted on the receiver tang. The rifle has a casehardened forearm cap, receiver, hammer, loading lever and crescent buttplate. The buttplate has a sliding brass trap. The receiver has the Third Model integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serriated edges. The stock and forearm are walnut with a varnished finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING-ARMS NEW HAVEN.CT./KING'S-IMPROVEMENT- PATENTED-MARCH 29.1866. OCTOBER 16.1860." ahead of the rear sight. The top of the barrel is marked: "44 CAL" just in front of the receiver. The bottom of the brass cartridge elevator is engraved: "44 CAL". The serial number, "206006B" is located on the lower receiver tang behind the loading lever latch.
BBL:
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 WCF
Finish: casehardened/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 206006B
Condtion: Very fine. The rifle retains 80% plus of the original blue and 50% casehardened finish. The rear sight has nearly all of the…
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This is an example of a highly desirable third Model Winchester 1873 Rifle with Cody Firearms Museum letter. The letter states that this rifle was shipped from Winchester on July 28, 1886 and returned to the factory for repair on September 2, 1887 (writer has no explanation for the aforementioned notation as all of the features check out). The Winchester records do not indicate the nature of the repair. The Cody letter describes the rifle finish as "casehardened" and states that the rifle had a round barrel, plain trigger and 1/2 magazine. The rifle has a round, blued, barrel fitted with a dovetailed, "Rocky Mountain" front sight and a sporting style rear sight and a blued half-magazine. A folding peep sight is mounted on the receiver tang. The rifle has a casehardened forearm cap, receiver, hammer, loading lever and crescent buttplate. The buttplate has a sliding brass trap. The receiver has the Third Model integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serriated edges. The stock and forearm are walnut with a varnished finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING-ARMS NEW HAVEN.CT./KING'S-IMPROVEMENT- PATENTED-MARCH 29.1866. OCTOBER 16.1860." ahead of the rear sight. The top of the barrel is marked: "44 CAL" just in front of the receiver. The bottom of the brass cartridge elevator is engraved: "44 CAL". The serial number, "206006B" is located on the lower receiver tang behind the loading lever latch.
BBL:
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 WCF
Finish: casehardened/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 206006B
Condtion: Very fine. The rifle retains 80% plus of the original blue and 50% casehardened finish. The rear sight has nearly all of the…
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Outstanding Winchester Model 1895, Flat-Side, Lever-Action Rifle
Lot # 3028 (Sale Order: 29 of 848)
Outstanding Winchester Model 1895, Flat-Side, Lever-Action Rifle
This is an exceptional original example of a Winchester Model 1895 Flat-Side Rifle that was manufactured in 1896. The rifle has a blue finish on the distinctive flat side, receiver, barrel, loading lever and magazine. The hammer, trigger, loading lever linkage and crescent buttplate have a casehardened finish. The walnut stock and forearm have a varnish finish. The distinctive Model 1895 forearm has a factory, ebony, insert. The 26-inch octagon barrel has a Lyman 'Winchester Express" front sight with ivory bead and a sporting style rear sight. The rifle is fitted with a Lyman "WR-WT" receiver sight. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped: "-MANUFACTURED BY THE- / - WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A. - " in two lines ahead of the rear sight. The caliber, "40-72 W.C.F." is roll stamped on the top of the barrel between the rear sight and the receiver. The upper receiver tang is marked: "WINCHESTER/- MODEL 1895 -" in two lines. "PAT. NOV. 5. 1895/ -NOV. 12. 1895-" is stamped in two lines on the trigger linkage behind the trigger. The serial number, "2593" is stamped on the lower barrel tang. The flat-side receiver was used only on the first 5000 Model 1895 Rifles; examples in high condition are scarce.
BBL: 26 Inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 40-72 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 2593
Condtion: Excellent. The rifle retains nearly 95% of the original blue finish on the barrel, bolt and high polished blue flat-side receiver. There is some minor finish loss on sides of the loading lever and the magazine. The hammer, trigger and trigger linkage have at least 90% of the dark case colors. The case-hardened finish on the crescent buttplate has aged to a dark patina. The stock and forearm are in excellent condition…
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This is an exceptional original example of a Winchester Model 1895 Flat-Side Rifle that was manufactured in 1896. The rifle has a blue finish on the distinctive flat side, receiver, barrel, loading lever and magazine. The hammer, trigger, loading lever linkage and crescent buttplate have a casehardened finish. The walnut stock and forearm have a varnish finish. The distinctive Model 1895 forearm has a factory, ebony, insert. The 26-inch octagon barrel has a Lyman 'Winchester Express" front sight with ivory bead and a sporting style rear sight. The rifle is fitted with a Lyman "WR-WT" receiver sight. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped: "-MANUFACTURED BY THE- / - WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A. - " in two lines ahead of the rear sight. The caliber, "40-72 W.C.F." is roll stamped on the top of the barrel between the rear sight and the receiver. The upper receiver tang is marked: "WINCHESTER/- MODEL 1895 -" in two lines. "PAT. NOV. 5. 1895/ -NOV. 12. 1895-" is stamped in two lines on the trigger linkage behind the trigger. The serial number, "2593" is stamped on the lower barrel tang. The flat-side receiver was used only on the first 5000 Model 1895 Rifles; examples in high condition are scarce.
BBL: 26 Inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 40-72 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 2593
Condtion: Excellent. The rifle retains nearly 95% of the original blue finish on the barrel, bolt and high polished blue flat-side receiver. There is some minor finish loss on sides of the loading lever and the magazine. The hammer, trigger and trigger linkage have at least 90% of the dark case colors. The case-hardened finish on the crescent buttplate has aged to a dark patina. The stock and forearm are in excellent condition…
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Excellent Winchester Model 1886 Caliber .45-70 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 3029 (Sale Order: 30 of 848)
Excellent Winchester Model 1886 Caliber .45-70 Lever Action Rifle
This Winchester Model 1886 Sporting Rifle was manufactured in 1898. The rifle has a 26-inch full octagon barrel and full-length magazine. The barrel is fitted with a Lyman "Hunting Front Sight" with ivory bead and sporting style rear sight. The barrel, magazine tube, bolt and loading gate cover have a blue finish. The forearm cap, receiver, hammer, loading lever and crescent buttplate have a color case-hardened finish. The straight grain walnut stock and forearm have a varnish finish. The top of the barrel is stamped with the two-line legend: "MANUFACTURE BY THE / WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN CONN. U.S.A." ahead of the rear sight. The caliber designation, ".45-70" is stamped on the top barrel flat between the rear sight and the receiver. The upper receiver tang is roll-stamped: "-MODEL 1886-" and the lower tang is stamped with the 1894 and 1895 patent dates behind the trigger with the serial number, "116753" located between the tang screws.
BBL: 26 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 45-70
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 116753
Condtion: Excellent The rifle retains 95% of the original blue and 85% bright casehardened finish. The forearm cap, receiver, hammer, loading lever and buttplate have vivid case colors with very little finish wear or silvering. The barrel and magazine tube have more than 90% of the original blue finish with some scattered, minor, pitting on the barrel near the muzzle. The bolt and loading lever cover have 95% or more of the niter blue finish. The stock and forearm are in very fine condition. There is some finish wear on the bottom of the forearm and several minor handling marks on the stock. The barrel and receiver tang markings are crisp. The bore is bright. This is an excellent example of a Winchester Model 1886 Sporting Rifle with very desirable, early, casehardened receiver.
Estimate: $13000 - $18000
This Winchester Model 1886 Sporting Rifle was manufactured in 1898. The rifle has a 26-inch full octagon barrel and full-length magazine. The barrel is fitted with a Lyman "Hunting Front Sight" with ivory bead and sporting style rear sight. The barrel, magazine tube, bolt and loading gate cover have a blue finish. The forearm cap, receiver, hammer, loading lever and crescent buttplate have a color case-hardened finish. The straight grain walnut stock and forearm have a varnish finish. The top of the barrel is stamped with the two-line legend: "MANUFACTURE BY THE / WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN CONN. U.S.A." ahead of the rear sight. The caliber designation, ".45-70" is stamped on the top barrel flat between the rear sight and the receiver. The upper receiver tang is roll-stamped: "-MODEL 1886-" and the lower tang is stamped with the 1894 and 1895 patent dates behind the trigger with the serial number, "116753" located between the tang screws.
BBL: 26 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 45-70
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 116753
Condtion: Excellent The rifle retains 95% of the original blue and 85% bright casehardened finish. The forearm cap, receiver, hammer, loading lever and buttplate have vivid case colors with very little finish wear or silvering. The barrel and magazine tube have more than 90% of the original blue finish with some scattered, minor, pitting on the barrel near the muzzle. The bolt and loading lever cover have 95% or more of the niter blue finish. The stock and forearm are in very fine condition. There is some finish wear on the bottom of the forearm and several minor handling marks on the stock. The barrel and receiver tang markings are crisp. The bore is bright. This is an excellent example of a Winchester Model 1886 Sporting Rifle with very desirable, early, casehardened receiver.
Estimate: $13000 - $18000
Documented Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Rare Casehardened Receiver and Factory L...
Lot # 3030 (Sale Order: 31 of 848)
Documented Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Rare Casehardened Receiver and Factory Letter
Winchester Third Model 1873 Sporting Rifle with Cody Firearms Museum letter. The letter describes this rifle as "casehardened" with a round barrel and plain trigger and states that it was shipped from the Winchester warehouse on November 22, 1882. The rifle barrel, magazine, dust cover and loading gate are blued. The forearm cap, receiver, hammer, loading lever and crescent buttplate have a casehardened finish. The walnut stock and forearm have a varnish finish. The rifle has a round barrel and full length magazine. The barrel is fitted with a dovetailed, fixed, front sight with nickel-silver blade and a sporting style rear sight. The third style receiver has an integral dust cover rail and dust cover with seriated edges. The crescent buttplate has a sliding brass trap. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING-ARMS. NEW HAVEN. CT./ KING'S-IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED-MARCH 29.1865. OCTOBER 16.1860.". The upper receiver tang is roll-stamped: "- MODEL 1873-" with foliate lettering. The serial number, "103453A" is stamped on the lower tang behind the loading lever latch. There are no caliber markings on the barrel or cartridge elevator. Winchester Model 1873 Rifles with casehardened receivers are rare and extremely desirable.
BBL: 24 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 WCF
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 103453A
Condtion: Very fine. The rifle shows only storage wear and retains nearly 90% of the original blue and 60% original casehardened finish. The barrel and receiver have scattered, minor, patches of surface rust. The top and right side of the receiver have vivid case colors. The left side plate and bottom of the receiver have a brown…
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Winchester Third Model 1873 Sporting Rifle with Cody Firearms Museum letter. The letter describes this rifle as "casehardened" with a round barrel and plain trigger and states that it was shipped from the Winchester warehouse on November 22, 1882. The rifle barrel, magazine, dust cover and loading gate are blued. The forearm cap, receiver, hammer, loading lever and crescent buttplate have a casehardened finish. The walnut stock and forearm have a varnish finish. The rifle has a round barrel and full length magazine. The barrel is fitted with a dovetailed, fixed, front sight with nickel-silver blade and a sporting style rear sight. The third style receiver has an integral dust cover rail and dust cover with seriated edges. The crescent buttplate has a sliding brass trap. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING-ARMS. NEW HAVEN. CT./ KING'S-IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED-MARCH 29.1865. OCTOBER 16.1860.". The upper receiver tang is roll-stamped: "- MODEL 1873-" with foliate lettering. The serial number, "103453A" is stamped on the lower tang behind the loading lever latch. There are no caliber markings on the barrel or cartridge elevator. Winchester Model 1873 Rifles with casehardened receivers are rare and extremely desirable.
BBL: 24 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 WCF
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 103453A
Condtion: Very fine. The rifle shows only storage wear and retains nearly 90% of the original blue and 60% original casehardened finish. The barrel and receiver have scattered, minor, patches of surface rust. The top and right side of the receiver have vivid case colors. The left side plate and bottom of the receiver have a brown…
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Winchester Model 1895 Flat-Side Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 3031 (Sale Order: 32 of 848)
Winchester Model 1895 Flat-Side Lever Action Rifle
Winchester Model 1895 Flat-Side Sporting Rifle manufactured in 1896. The rifle has a blued barrel, receiver, magazine and loading lever with casehardened hammer, trigger plate and crescent buttplate. The stock and distinctive forearm are straight grain walnut with a varnished finish. The forearm tip has an ebony insert. The barrel has dovetailed front sight with nickel-silver blade and a sporting style rear sight. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "MANUFACTURED BY THE / -WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A. - " ahead of the rear sight. The caliber "38-72 W.C.F" is stamped between the rear sight and the receiver. The upper receiver tang is roll-stamped: "WINCHESTER / -MODEL 1895-" in two lines. The two-line patent date "-NOV.5.1895/NOV.12.1895-" is stamped on the trigger plate and the serial number, "4409" is stamped on the lower receiver tang.
BBL: 26 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 38-72 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 4409
Condtion: Very fine. The barrel retains 75% of the slightly faded original blue finish with some thinning along the top. The receiver has nearly 85% of the high polish blue with finish wear along the upper and lower edges. The bottom of the magazine and sides of the loading lever have moderate handling wear and have faded to a blue-brown patina. The rear portion of the magazine and loading lever mechanism have the cycling wear found on nearly all Model 1895 rifles. The case colors on the crescent buttplate have faded to a silver gray. The stock and forearm are very fine with most of the original varnish finish and only minor handling wear. The barrel and receiver markings are crisp. This is a very early and desirable Winchester Model 1895 Flat-Side Sporting Rifle in very good to excellent condition.
Estimate: $4000 - $6000
Winchester Model 1895 Flat-Side Sporting Rifle manufactured in 1896. The rifle has a blued barrel, receiver, magazine and loading lever with casehardened hammer, trigger plate and crescent buttplate. The stock and distinctive forearm are straight grain walnut with a varnished finish. The forearm tip has an ebony insert. The barrel has dovetailed front sight with nickel-silver blade and a sporting style rear sight. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "MANUFACTURED BY THE / -WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A. - " ahead of the rear sight. The caliber "38-72 W.C.F" is stamped between the rear sight and the receiver. The upper receiver tang is roll-stamped: "WINCHESTER / -MODEL 1895-" in two lines. The two-line patent date "-NOV.5.1895/NOV.12.1895-" is stamped on the trigger plate and the serial number, "4409" is stamped on the lower receiver tang.
BBL: 26 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 38-72 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 4409
Condtion: Very fine. The barrel retains 75% of the slightly faded original blue finish with some thinning along the top. The receiver has nearly 85% of the high polish blue with finish wear along the upper and lower edges. The bottom of the magazine and sides of the loading lever have moderate handling wear and have faded to a blue-brown patina. The rear portion of the magazine and loading lever mechanism have the cycling wear found on nearly all Model 1895 rifles. The case colors on the crescent buttplate have faded to a silver gray. The stock and forearm are very fine with most of the original varnish finish and only minor handling wear. The barrel and receiver markings are crisp. This is a very early and desirable Winchester Model 1895 Flat-Side Sporting Rifle in very good to excellent condition.
Estimate: $4000 - $6000
Winchester Model 1866 Saddle Ring Carbine
Lot # 3032 (Sale Order: 33 of 848)
Winchester Model 1866 Saddle Ring Carbine
This is an example of a Winchester Third Model 1866 Carbine that was manufactured in 1869. The carbine has the distinctive brass receiver, round barrel with full length magazine, barrel band with integral front sight, saddle ring on the left side of the frame and walnut stock with crescent brass buttplate. The carbine has a hammer spur with coarse knurling and no borders and small loading lever. The rear sight is a period replacement. The serial number, "43504" is stamped on the lower receiver tang ahead of the trigger. A small "B" is stamped behind the serial number. The lightly stamped barrel markings are no longer, which is typical of many Model 1866 Carbines that saw even moderate use.
BBL: 20 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 RF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 43504
Condtion: Fair. The barrel and magazine have a smooth gray patina with some scattered age discoloration. The barrel bands have scattered pitting and light scratches. The loading lever and hammer have a brown patina with light pitting on the hammer. The brass receiver and buttplate have been polished and show moderate to heavy wear. The receiver has numerous slight dents and scratches which are concentrated around the screws and the edges of the side plates. The letter "T" is lightly scratched in the left side plate. The buttplate shows the scratches and dents associated with actual use. The period replacement stock and forearm have been lightly sanded and refinished and are in fair condition. This is a solid and good looking example of a desirable, 1869 production Winchester Model 1866 Carbine.
Estimate: $5000 - $7000
This is an example of a Winchester Third Model 1866 Carbine that was manufactured in 1869. The carbine has the distinctive brass receiver, round barrel with full length magazine, barrel band with integral front sight, saddle ring on the left side of the frame and walnut stock with crescent brass buttplate. The carbine has a hammer spur with coarse knurling and no borders and small loading lever. The rear sight is a period replacement. The serial number, "43504" is stamped on the lower receiver tang ahead of the trigger. A small "B" is stamped behind the serial number. The lightly stamped barrel markings are no longer, which is typical of many Model 1866 Carbines that saw even moderate use.
BBL: 20 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 RF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 43504
Condtion: Fair. The barrel and magazine have a smooth gray patina with some scattered age discoloration. The barrel bands have scattered pitting and light scratches. The loading lever and hammer have a brown patina with light pitting on the hammer. The brass receiver and buttplate have been polished and show moderate to heavy wear. The receiver has numerous slight dents and scratches which are concentrated around the screws and the edges of the side plates. The letter "T" is lightly scratched in the left side plate. The buttplate shows the scratches and dents associated with actual use. The period replacement stock and forearm have been lightly sanded and refinished and are in fair condition. This is a solid and good looking example of a desirable, 1869 production Winchester Model 1866 Carbine.
Estimate: $5000 - $7000
Very Fine Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action 44-40 Rifle
Lot # 3033 (Sale Order: 34 of 848)
Very Fine Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action 44-40 Rifle
Manufactured in 1894. This is an example of a Third Model 1873 variation with the distinctive integral dust cover rail machined to the top of the receiver. It has the standard two line barrel flat address/King's improvement patent dates marking ahead of the adjustable buckhorn rear sight and "44 W.C.F." at the breech. "44 CAL" is engraved on the brass cartridge elevator and "MODEL 1873" is on the upper tang. Marble Sheard front sight, full length magazine tube, smooth forearm and straight grip stock with steel forend cap and steel crescent buttplate with compartment. Included is the original 4 piece iron cleaning rod in the butt.
BBL: 24 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 474188B
Condtion: Very fine. The rifle retains approximately 80% original blue finish (strongest on the frame) with the balance a smooth brown patina with some minor spotting. The hammer retains some strong traces of faded case colors with a smooth dark patina on the lever. The wood is very fine with most of the varnish with some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: $3750 - $5500
Manufactured in 1894. This is an example of a Third Model 1873 variation with the distinctive integral dust cover rail machined to the top of the receiver. It has the standard two line barrel flat address/King's improvement patent dates marking ahead of the adjustable buckhorn rear sight and "44 W.C.F." at the breech. "44 CAL" is engraved on the brass cartridge elevator and "MODEL 1873" is on the upper tang. Marble Sheard front sight, full length magazine tube, smooth forearm and straight grip stock with steel forend cap and steel crescent buttplate with compartment. Included is the original 4 piece iron cleaning rod in the butt.
BBL: 24 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 474188B
Condtion: Very fine. The rifle retains approximately 80% original blue finish (strongest on the frame) with the balance a smooth brown patina with some minor spotting. The hammer retains some strong traces of faded case colors with a smooth dark patina on the lever. The wood is very fine with most of the varnish with some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: $3750 - $5500
Winchester Model 1895 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 3034 (Sale Order: 35 of 848)
Winchester Model 1895 Lever Action Rifle
Manufactured in 1902. Pinned blade front sight and adjustable buckhorn rear sight on a barrel with the two line nickel steel marking on the left side and "30 U.S." on top at the breech. The receiver is stamped with the standard two line New Haven address/patent marking, model markings on the upper and serial number on the lower tang. Smooth straight grip stock with Schnabel forearm with ebony tip and a crescent buttplate.
BBL: 28 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 30-40 Krag
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 32876
Condtion: Very fine. The rifle retains approximately 60% plus original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina with numerous minor scratches and some scattered light spotting. The buttplate has a smooth brown patina with some pin point pitting. The wood is also very fine with the exception of a few mild gouges and some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically fine.
Estimate: $1600 - $2500
Manufactured in 1902. Pinned blade front sight and adjustable buckhorn rear sight on a barrel with the two line nickel steel marking on the left side and "30 U.S." on top at the breech. The receiver is stamped with the standard two line New Haven address/patent marking, model markings on the upper and serial number on the lower tang. Smooth straight grip stock with Schnabel forearm with ebony tip and a crescent buttplate.
BBL: 28 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 30-40 Krag
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 32876
Condtion: Very fine. The rifle retains approximately 60% plus original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina with numerous minor scratches and some scattered light spotting. The buttplate has a smooth brown patina with some pin point pitting. The wood is also very fine with the exception of a few mild gouges and some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically fine.
Estimate: $1600 - $2500
Winchester Model 1894 Saddle Ring Carbine
Lot # 3035 (Sale Order: 36 of 848)
Winchester Model 1894 Saddle Ring Carbine
Manufactured in 1907. Fitted with after market Marble Number 6 blade front sight and Marble folding leaf rear sight. The barrel has the standard two line address/patent, smokeless proofed nickel steel and "30 W.C.F." marking. The upper tang has the three line model/trademark information and saddle ring is mounted on the left side of smokeless proofed receiver. Smooth stock with crescent buttplate.
BBL: 20 inch round
Stock: gumwood
Gauge: 30 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 383818
Condtion: Very fine. The carbine retains approximately 80% original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. The buttplate has a smooth bright gray patina with some minor pitting. The hammer and lever retain a few patches of bright case colors mixed with a smooth gray patina. The wood is fine with the exception of some minor dings and scratches and a small period carved "U.S" on the left side of the stock wrist.
Estimate: $1400 - $2250
Manufactured in 1907. Fitted with after market Marble Number 6 blade front sight and Marble folding leaf rear sight. The barrel has the standard two line address/patent, smokeless proofed nickel steel and "30 W.C.F." marking. The upper tang has the three line model/trademark information and saddle ring is mounted on the left side of smokeless proofed receiver. Smooth stock with crescent buttplate.
BBL: 20 inch round
Stock: gumwood
Gauge: 30 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 383818
Condtion: Very fine. The carbine retains approximately 80% original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. The buttplate has a smooth bright gray patina with some minor pitting. The hammer and lever retain a few patches of bright case colors mixed with a smooth gray patina. The wood is fine with the exception of some minor dings and scratches and a small period carved "U.S" on the left side of the stock wrist.
Estimate: $1400 - $2250
Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 3036 (Sale Order: 37 of 848)
Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle
Third Model, produced in 1897. Silver blade front and semi-buckhorn rear sights, with two line address and patent markings and caliber mark on the top flat. Brass elevator with caliber markings, one line model marking on the upper tang, and dust cover with integral rail. Smooth straight grip stock with full length magazine, metal forearm tip, some faint letters cut into the buttstock and a smooth buttplate.
BBL: 24 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 38 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 508289B
Condtion: Fine, with 10% of the original finish, showing a mixed brown and gray patina overall, patches of pitting on the barrel around the forearm, and some mild scratches. Stock is good, with scuffs and dents. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500
Third Model, produced in 1897. Silver blade front and semi-buckhorn rear sights, with two line address and patent markings and caliber mark on the top flat. Brass elevator with caliber markings, one line model marking on the upper tang, and dust cover with integral rail. Smooth straight grip stock with full length magazine, metal forearm tip, some faint letters cut into the buttstock and a smooth buttplate.
BBL: 24 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 38 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 508289B
Condtion: Fine, with 10% of the original finish, showing a mixed brown and gray patina overall, patches of pitting on the barrel around the forearm, and some mild scratches. Stock is good, with scuffs and dents. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500
Special Order Winchester Model 1886 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 3037 (Sale Order: 38 of 848)
Special Order Winchester Model 1886 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle
This is a very fine example of a special order Winchester Model 1886 Fancy Sporting Rifle that was manufactured in 1889. The rifle has a special order, 28-inch, full octagon, barrel fitted with a sporting type rear sight and nickel-silver, fixed blade, front sight and full-length magazine. The pistol grip stock and forearm are highly figured burl walnut with checkered panels and a high polish varnish finish. The stock has a crescent steel buttplate and ebony inlay on the pistol grip. The barrel, magazine, bolt and loading gate are blued. The forearm cap, receiver, loading lever, hammer and butt-plate have a color casehardened finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "-MANUFACTURED BY THE- / -WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO.NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A.-" ahead of the rear sight. The caliber, "40-65 W.C.F." is stamped on the top barrel flat between the rear sight and the receiver. The top of the receiver tang is roll-stamped: "-MODEL 1886-". The lower receiver tang is stamped with the 1894 and 1895 patent dates behind the trigger end inscribed with the serial number "28716" between the tang screws.
BBL: 28 inch octagon
Stock: walnut checkered
Gauge: 40-65 WCF
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 28716
Condtion: Very fine. The rifle retains 80% of the original blue and 60% casehardened finish. The barrel and magazine have most of the original blue finish with some scattered and very minor spotting and minor edge wear. The bolt has 95% or more of the original high polish blue finish; the bluing on the loading gate is thin with a blue-gray patina. The receiver has vivid case colors on the top and sides and some silvering on the receiver bottom and tangs. The forearm cap, lever and hammer have n…
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This is a very fine example of a special order Winchester Model 1886 Fancy Sporting Rifle that was manufactured in 1889. The rifle has a special order, 28-inch, full octagon, barrel fitted with a sporting type rear sight and nickel-silver, fixed blade, front sight and full-length magazine. The pistol grip stock and forearm are highly figured burl walnut with checkered panels and a high polish varnish finish. The stock has a crescent steel buttplate and ebony inlay on the pistol grip. The barrel, magazine, bolt and loading gate are blued. The forearm cap, receiver, loading lever, hammer and butt-plate have a color casehardened finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "-MANUFACTURED BY THE- / -WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO.NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A.-" ahead of the rear sight. The caliber, "40-65 W.C.F." is stamped on the top barrel flat between the rear sight and the receiver. The top of the receiver tang is roll-stamped: "-MODEL 1886-". The lower receiver tang is stamped with the 1894 and 1895 patent dates behind the trigger end inscribed with the serial number "28716" between the tang screws.
BBL: 28 inch octagon
Stock: walnut checkered
Gauge: 40-65 WCF
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 28716
Condtion: Very fine. The rifle retains 80% of the original blue and 60% casehardened finish. The barrel and magazine have most of the original blue finish with some scattered and very minor spotting and minor edge wear. The bolt has 95% or more of the original high polish blue finish; the bluing on the loading gate is thin with a blue-gray patina. The receiver has vivid case colors on the top and sides and some silvering on the receiver bottom and tangs. The forearm cap, lever and hammer have n…
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Scarce and Desirable Framed Winchester Double W Cartridge Display Board
Lot # 3038 (Sale Order: 39 of 848)
Scarce and Desirable Framed Winchester Double W Cartridge Display Board
The board is mounted in 3" flat wood frame, 57" wide by 39 1/2" tall, with a gold painted border around the 48 3/4"x 31 1/4" green board. In the center is a vignette of two Winchester-armed hunters behind a dead bear in a woodland scene, which is flanked with a moose head and a mallard in flight. Over 100 cartridges, bullets and primer tins are arranged in the "Double W" pattern. Marked "FORBES CO. BOSTON" in the lower right hand corner, with a paper label on the back reading "PRESENTED WITH COMPLIMENTS/ of the/ WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS Co/ PLEASE HANG IN A PROMINENT PLACE".
BBL:
Stock:
Gauge:
Finish:
Grips:
Serial Number:
Condtion: Fine, with faded original color overall, some flaking, and well defined central scene, with a hole in the upper left and below the scene, a few scuffs and loose wires. With the exception of a pair of BB Caps mounted above the woodland scene being absent, and a few bullets being absent from their cartridges, all are cartridges, bullets, and primer tins are present. The frame shows a few drilled holes mostly in the top section, along with cracking of the gold border.
Estimate: $9000 - $13000
The board is mounted in 3" flat wood frame, 57" wide by 39 1/2" tall, with a gold painted border around the 48 3/4"x 31 1/4" green board. In the center is a vignette of two Winchester-armed hunters behind a dead bear in a woodland scene, which is flanked with a moose head and a mallard in flight. Over 100 cartridges, bullets and primer tins are arranged in the "Double W" pattern. Marked "FORBES CO. BOSTON" in the lower right hand corner, with a paper label on the back reading "PRESENTED WITH COMPLIMENTS/ of the/ WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS Co/ PLEASE HANG IN A PROMINENT PLACE".
BBL:
Stock:
Gauge:
Finish:
Grips:
Serial Number:
Condtion: Fine, with faded original color overall, some flaking, and well defined central scene, with a hole in the upper left and below the scene, a few scuffs and loose wires. With the exception of a pair of BB Caps mounted above the woodland scene being absent, and a few bullets being absent from their cartridges, all are cartridges, bullets, and primer tins are present. The frame shows a few drilled holes mostly in the top section, along with cracking of the gold border.
Estimate: $9000 - $13000
Very Fine Deluxe Winchester Special Order Model 1886 Takedown Light Weight Lever Action Rifle wit...
Lot # 3039 (Sale Order: 40 of 848)
Very Fine Deluxe Winchester Special Order Model 1886 Takedown Light Weight Lever Action Rifle with Factory and Madis Letter
Manufacture in 1902. Accompanied by a factory letter and four page handed written letter from noted Winchester expert George Madis. The factory letters confirms this rifles configuration and lists: "33 caliber, round barrel, plain trigger, fancy checkered stock with oil finish, takedown, 1/2 magazine, shotgun butt rubber." This rifle was received into the warehouse on June 22, 1903 and shipped out the same day to order number 187789. Additionally this rifle features a Lyman hunting type rear sight with ivory bead insert, a block is seated in the rear sight slot and the receiver features a Lyman N-Ni- Model 86 receiver sight properly marked with the 95 patent date. The sights as well as all other special order features are determined to be original as noted in the lengthy four page letter by Madis. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped: "-MANUFACTURED BY THE-/-WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A.-". The caliber: "33 WCF" is stamped on the top barrel flat in front of the receiver. "-MODEL 1886-" model designation is roll stamped on the upper receiver tang. The lower receiver tang has the two line patent marking behind the trigger and the serial number, "127931" behind the lower tang screw. This is the light weight version featuring a hallowed out space in the stock underneath the buttplate which serves to reduce weight and improve balance. Blue barrel and receiver with casehardened hammer, lever and loading gate. Finished with deluxe 2XX checkered forearm and straight grip stock with original Winchester eye sling swivels.
BBL: 24 inch round
Stock: deluxe factory walnut
Gauge: 33 WCF
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 127931
Condtion:…
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Manufacture in 1902. Accompanied by a factory letter and four page handed written letter from noted Winchester expert George Madis. The factory letters confirms this rifles configuration and lists: "33 caliber, round barrel, plain trigger, fancy checkered stock with oil finish, takedown, 1/2 magazine, shotgun butt rubber." This rifle was received into the warehouse on June 22, 1903 and shipped out the same day to order number 187789. Additionally this rifle features a Lyman hunting type rear sight with ivory bead insert, a block is seated in the rear sight slot and the receiver features a Lyman N-Ni- Model 86 receiver sight properly marked with the 95 patent date. The sights as well as all other special order features are determined to be original as noted in the lengthy four page letter by Madis. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped: "-MANUFACTURED BY THE-/-WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A.-". The caliber: "33 WCF" is stamped on the top barrel flat in front of the receiver. "-MODEL 1886-" model designation is roll stamped on the upper receiver tang. The lower receiver tang has the two line patent marking behind the trigger and the serial number, "127931" behind the lower tang screw. This is the light weight version featuring a hallowed out space in the stock underneath the buttplate which serves to reduce weight and improve balance. Blue barrel and receiver with casehardened hammer, lever and loading gate. Finished with deluxe 2XX checkered forearm and straight grip stock with original Winchester eye sling swivels.
BBL: 24 inch round
Stock: deluxe factory walnut
Gauge: 33 WCF
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 127931
Condtion:…
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Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Plain Pistol Grip Stock and Set Trigger
Lot # 3040 (Sale Order: 41 of 848)
Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Plain Pistol Grip Stock and Set Trigger
Manufactured in 1889. Silver blade dovetail front sight with sporting adjustable rear sight. The top of the barrel has the standard two line address reading: "WINCHESTER'S REPEATING ARMS NEW HAVEN CONN. U.S.A./ -- KING'S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED MARCH 29. 1866. OCTOBER 16. 1860.--" Third model integral dust cover rail. Set triggers. Equipped with a full magazine tube. Smooth oiled walnut forearm and semi-pistol grip stock.
BBL: 24 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 38 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 287234
Condtion: Very fine as partially refinished. 90% original blue finish remains on the barrel showing minor thinning at high points with some scattered handling marks. The receiver retains 85% original blue finish with an isolated patch on pin prick type pitting on the left side and showing some high point wear and minor surface scratches. The lower tang has been repaired and reblued above the serial number markings. The buttstock has been lightly sanded and a repair (in the area of the tang repair) has been made on the pistol grip with a contrasting piece of wood. The action is fine.
Estimate: $5500 - $6500
Manufactured in 1889. Silver blade dovetail front sight with sporting adjustable rear sight. The top of the barrel has the standard two line address reading: "WINCHESTER'S REPEATING ARMS NEW HAVEN CONN. U.S.A./ -- KING'S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED MARCH 29. 1866. OCTOBER 16. 1860.--" Third model integral dust cover rail. Set triggers. Equipped with a full magazine tube. Smooth oiled walnut forearm and semi-pistol grip stock.
BBL: 24 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 38 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 287234
Condtion: Very fine as partially refinished. 90% original blue finish remains on the barrel showing minor thinning at high points with some scattered handling marks. The receiver retains 85% original blue finish with an isolated patch on pin prick type pitting on the left side and showing some high point wear and minor surface scratches. The lower tang has been repaired and reblued above the serial number markings. The buttstock has been lightly sanded and a repair (in the area of the tang repair) has been made on the pistol grip with a contrasting piece of wood. The action is fine.
Estimate: $5500 - $6500
Winchester Model 1876 Third Model Lever Action Carbine
Lot # 3042 (Sale Order: 42 of 848)
Winchester Model 1876 Third Model Lever Action Carbine
Sometimes referred to as the Centennial Model, the Model 1876 was developed in response to the public's demand for a repeating rifle capable of handling larger and more potent calibers. This a third model carbine, manufactured in 1897. The rifle is an extremely late production model and represents one of the last 50 Model 1876 ever manufactured. Fixed pinched front sight with folding carbine rear sight on blued barrel with standard Winchester two line address. Casehardened hammer and lever with the saddle ring mounted on the left side. Smooth oiled straight grip walnut stock with crescent steel buttplate. Complete with four piece cleaning rod in the butt trap.
BBL: 32 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 45-75
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 63847
Condtion: Very good plus. Traces of thinning original blue finish remains on the barrel thinning along high points and exhibiting some over all handling marks concentrated between the muzzle and the barrel band. The receiver retains approximately 30% thinning original blue. The balance is now a mottled gray/brown patina with spotting and scattered handling marks. The lever and hammer both show muted but still distinguishable original case colors. The wood is fair with pressure marks scattered and some chips around the butt which has possibly been cleaned and revarnished some time ago. The action is fine.
Estimate: $3750 - $5500
Sometimes referred to as the Centennial Model, the Model 1876 was developed in response to the public's demand for a repeating rifle capable of handling larger and more potent calibers. This a third model carbine, manufactured in 1897. The rifle is an extremely late production model and represents one of the last 50 Model 1876 ever manufactured. Fixed pinched front sight with folding carbine rear sight on blued barrel with standard Winchester two line address. Casehardened hammer and lever with the saddle ring mounted on the left side. Smooth oiled straight grip walnut stock with crescent steel buttplate. Complete with four piece cleaning rod in the butt trap.
BBL: 32 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 45-75
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 63847
Condtion: Very good plus. Traces of thinning original blue finish remains on the barrel thinning along high points and exhibiting some over all handling marks concentrated between the muzzle and the barrel band. The receiver retains approximately 30% thinning original blue. The balance is now a mottled gray/brown patina with spotting and scattered handling marks. The lever and hammer both show muted but still distinguishable original case colors. The wood is fair with pressure marks scattered and some chips around the butt which has possibly been cleaned and revarnished some time ago. The action is fine.
Estimate: $3750 - $5500
Antique Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 3043 (Sale Order: 43 of 848)
Antique Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle
Manufactured in mid 1891. White dot blade front sight and adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sights on the full round barrel, which is marked with the standard two line address and the caliber designation. Blue barrel and shotgun buttplate with casehardened receiver, end cap, hammer, and lever. Early one line "-Model 1886-" marking on the upper tang, patent dates behind the trigger. Smooth straight grip stock with a full magazine and shotgun butt.
BBL: 26 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 38-56 WCF
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 55864
Condtion: Very fine with 90% plus of the original blue finish remaining on the barrel with light thinning on some high points and the magazine tube and only very slight handling marks. Approximately 50% original case colors remain on the receiver vibrant and deep in sheltered areas and faint but still visible in more exposed areas the balance is a mottled gray patina with some spotting. Casehardened components retain the majority or their brilliant original case colors. The lightly sanded and reoiled wood is fine exhibiting only small pressure marks concentrated to the forearm. Overall a very fine example of an antique Winchester Model 1886.
Estimate: $3750 - $5500
Manufactured in mid 1891. White dot blade front sight and adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sights on the full round barrel, which is marked with the standard two line address and the caliber designation. Blue barrel and shotgun buttplate with casehardened receiver, end cap, hammer, and lever. Early one line "-Model 1886-" marking on the upper tang, patent dates behind the trigger. Smooth straight grip stock with a full magazine and shotgun butt.
BBL: 26 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 38-56 WCF
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 55864
Condtion: Very fine with 90% plus of the original blue finish remaining on the barrel with light thinning on some high points and the magazine tube and only very slight handling marks. Approximately 50% original case colors remain on the receiver vibrant and deep in sheltered areas and faint but still visible in more exposed areas the balance is a mottled gray patina with some spotting. Casehardened components retain the majority or their brilliant original case colors. The lightly sanded and reoiled wood is fine exhibiting only small pressure marks concentrated to the forearm. Overall a very fine example of an antique Winchester Model 1886.
Estimate: $3750 - $5500
Desirable Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Rifle with Henry's Patent Markings
Lot # 3044 (Sale Order: 44 of 848)
Desirable Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Rifle with Henry's Patent Markings
This particular Winchester Model 1866 Rifle was manufactured in 1869. The forward edges of the brass frame have the distinctive flare at the junction with the forend. The octagon barrel is fitted with a steel blade front sight and a folding ladder rear sight with a center notch graduated to 900 yards. There are sling swivels on the stock and forend cap. The hammer is knurled. The top of the barrel flat is roll stamped with the legend: "HENRY'S-PATENT - OCT.16.1860./KING'S- PATENT-MARCH.29 1866" in two lines ahead of the rear sight. An "A" inspection mark is stamped on the lower tang behind the serial number. The rifle has a blued barrel and magazine tube, casehardened hammer and loading lever and the distinctive brass forend cap, receiver and buttplate. The walnut stock and forend have an oil finish.
BBL: 24 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 RF
Finish: blue/ casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 21132
Condtion: Very good, with a mixed brown and gray patina on the barrel and magazine, a deep aged patina on the brass, mixed brown patina on the hammer and lever, and scattered dents and handling marks overall. Stock is very good, with exception of a crack on the left side of the wrist and extending from the buttstock, along with pressure dens and scratches. Mechanically fine, but lever is a little loose. This early production 1866 Rifle would make a wonderful addition to any collection.
Estimate: $5500 - $8500
This particular Winchester Model 1866 Rifle was manufactured in 1869. The forward edges of the brass frame have the distinctive flare at the junction with the forend. The octagon barrel is fitted with a steel blade front sight and a folding ladder rear sight with a center notch graduated to 900 yards. There are sling swivels on the stock and forend cap. The hammer is knurled. The top of the barrel flat is roll stamped with the legend: "HENRY'S-PATENT - OCT.16.1860./KING'S- PATENT-MARCH.29 1866" in two lines ahead of the rear sight. An "A" inspection mark is stamped on the lower tang behind the serial number. The rifle has a blued barrel and magazine tube, casehardened hammer and loading lever and the distinctive brass forend cap, receiver and buttplate. The walnut stock and forend have an oil finish.
BBL: 24 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 RF
Finish: blue/ casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 21132
Condtion: Very good, with a mixed brown and gray patina on the barrel and magazine, a deep aged patina on the brass, mixed brown patina on the hammer and lever, and scattered dents and handling marks overall. Stock is very good, with exception of a crack on the left side of the wrist and extending from the buttstock, along with pressure dens and scratches. Mechanically fine, but lever is a little loose. This early production 1866 Rifle would make a wonderful addition to any collection.
Estimate: $5500 - $8500
Scarce Special Order Winchester Model 1894, Extra-Light, Takedown Short Barrel Deluxe Lever Actio...
Lot # 3045 (Sale Order: 45 of 848)
Scarce Special Order Winchester Model 1894, Extra-Light, Takedown Short Barrel Deluxe Lever Action Rifle with Buffalo Bill Historical Center Letter
This is a rare short barreled Deluxe Winchester Model 1894 Take-Down Lever Action Rifle which is documented with a Buffalo Bill Historical Center letter. The letter states that this rifle was shipped from the Winchester warehouse on February 10, 1900 (must have sat around the factory as the rifle was manufactured three years prior in 1897). Winchester factory letters state that the extra-light, take-down rifle had a 22-inch, half-octagon barrel and half-magazine, checkered forearm and pistol grip stock, Lyman front sight, leaf rear sight and plain trigger. The rifle has a blue barrel, magazine and receiver and casehardened hammer, loading lever and crescent buttplate. The stock and forearm are highly figured, "Fancy Grain" walnut with "Style H" checkering and a high polish varnish finish. The pistol grip has a black, hard rubber cap embossed with "WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS". The barrel is fitted with a dovetail mounted, Lyman, "Winchester Express" front sight with an ivory bead and a Lyman, two-leaf, folding, Express rear sight with flat top and bright triangle. A folding combination rear sight is mounted on the receiver tang. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the legend: "MANUFACTURED BY THE/WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A." in two lines ahead of the rear sight. "NICKEL STEEL BARREL/ESPECIALLY FOR SMOKELESS POWDER" is stamped on the left barrel flat between the rear sight and the receiver. The serial number, "80107" is stamped on the underside of the receiver.
BBL: 22 inch half-octagon
Stock: walnut checkered deluxe
Gauge: 30 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 80107
Condtion: Excellent. The rifle retai…
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This is a rare short barreled Deluxe Winchester Model 1894 Take-Down Lever Action Rifle which is documented with a Buffalo Bill Historical Center letter. The letter states that this rifle was shipped from the Winchester warehouse on February 10, 1900 (must have sat around the factory as the rifle was manufactured three years prior in 1897). Winchester factory letters state that the extra-light, take-down rifle had a 22-inch, half-octagon barrel and half-magazine, checkered forearm and pistol grip stock, Lyman front sight, leaf rear sight and plain trigger. The rifle has a blue barrel, magazine and receiver and casehardened hammer, loading lever and crescent buttplate. The stock and forearm are highly figured, "Fancy Grain" walnut with "Style H" checkering and a high polish varnish finish. The pistol grip has a black, hard rubber cap embossed with "WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS". The barrel is fitted with a dovetail mounted, Lyman, "Winchester Express" front sight with an ivory bead and a Lyman, two-leaf, folding, Express rear sight with flat top and bright triangle. A folding combination rear sight is mounted on the receiver tang. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the legend: "MANUFACTURED BY THE/WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A." in two lines ahead of the rear sight. "NICKEL STEEL BARREL/ESPECIALLY FOR SMOKELESS POWDER" is stamped on the left barrel flat between the rear sight and the receiver. The serial number, "80107" is stamped on the underside of the receiver.
BBL: 22 inch half-octagon
Stock: walnut checkered deluxe
Gauge: 30 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 80107
Condtion: Excellent. The rifle retai…
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Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Carbine with British Kerr Retailer Marking and Factory Letter
Lot # 3046 (Sale Order: 46 of 848)
Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Carbine with British Kerr Retailer Marking and Factory Letter
This is an example of an early Second Model 1876 carbine that was manufactured in 1877 and features the dust cover guide rail attached to the top of the receiver by two screws and the dust cover with the checkered thumb oval on top. Fixed front sight with a folding rear carbine sight. The top of the barrel is marked with the two line Winchester/King's Improvement marking and there are no caliber markings. The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1876" and the serial number appears on the lower tang behind the lever. The left rear of the barrel is marked with three British proof marks, the top of the receiver is marked with a "crown / V" proof mark and the left side of the receiver is marked "LONDON / JAS KERR & CO / 54 KING WM ST. E.C." There is a saddle ring and stud mounted on the left side of the receiver and it is fitted with a full forearm with a steel end cap and straight grip stock with a steel carbine buttplate. The right side of the stock is stamped with a circular cartouche, ("WILLIAM" readable, the remainder illegible). The accompanying Winchester letter verifies the serial number, carbine configuration, and that it was received in the warehouse on March 12, 1880, returned on September 6, 1880 and shipped from the warehouse on December 27, 1880 (order number 23403).
BBL: 22 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 45-60 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 2157
Condtion: Fine. Approximately 30% of the original finish remains, with the balance having a smooth mottled brown patina. There are a few scattered minor dings on the barrel and receiver. The wood is very good with some shallow gouging on the stock, a couple of moderate gouges on the forearm, a number of minor dings along the upper edge…
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This is an example of an early Second Model 1876 carbine that was manufactured in 1877 and features the dust cover guide rail attached to the top of the receiver by two screws and the dust cover with the checkered thumb oval on top. Fixed front sight with a folding rear carbine sight. The top of the barrel is marked with the two line Winchester/King's Improvement marking and there are no caliber markings. The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1876" and the serial number appears on the lower tang behind the lever. The left rear of the barrel is marked with three British proof marks, the top of the receiver is marked with a "crown / V" proof mark and the left side of the receiver is marked "LONDON / JAS KERR & CO / 54 KING WM ST. E.C." There is a saddle ring and stud mounted on the left side of the receiver and it is fitted with a full forearm with a steel end cap and straight grip stock with a steel carbine buttplate. The right side of the stock is stamped with a circular cartouche, ("WILLIAM" readable, the remainder illegible). The accompanying Winchester letter verifies the serial number, carbine configuration, and that it was received in the warehouse on March 12, 1880, returned on September 6, 1880 and shipped from the warehouse on December 27, 1880 (order number 23403).
BBL: 22 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 45-60 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 2157
Condtion: Fine. Approximately 30% of the original finish remains, with the balance having a smooth mottled brown patina. There are a few scattered minor dings on the barrel and receiver. The wood is very good with some shallow gouging on the stock, a couple of moderate gouges on the forearm, a number of minor dings along the upper edge…
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Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Musket with Bayonet
Lot # 3047 (Sale Order: 47 of 848)
Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Musket with Bayonet
This is an example of a Third Model Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Musket that was manufactured in 1870. This third model musket has a 27-inch round barrel with 24-inch magazine and three barrel bands. The barrel has raised block front sight base that serves as a bayonet lug and an adjustable, folding adder rear sight. Sling swivels are fitted on the middle barrel band and the stock. The musket has a brass receiver and carbine style buttplate with sliding butt trap. The stock and 3/4-length forearm are oil-finished walnut. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING-ARMS. NEWHAVEN.CT./KING'S-IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED. MARCH 29.1866. OCTOBER 16.1860", between the lower barrel band and the rear sight. The socket bayonet is bright and has a 15 1/2 inch angular blade.
BBL: 27 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 RF
Finish: brass/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 82621B
Condtion: About good. The barrel, magazine and bands have a dove gray patina with moderate surface pitting; the markings are light but legible. There is heavy pitting on the bottom of the loading lever. The otherwise very good brass receiver and buttplate have been lightly cleaned (during period of usage) and has scattered minor dents and scratches. The side plate edges are tight. The stock and forend have been period re-finished and are both in fair condition with moderate wear. Mechanically fine. The bayonet has been cleaned and is bright with scattered heavy pitting on the socket and blade.
Estimate: $2500 - $4000
This is an example of a Third Model Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Musket that was manufactured in 1870. This third model musket has a 27-inch round barrel with 24-inch magazine and three barrel bands. The barrel has raised block front sight base that serves as a bayonet lug and an adjustable, folding adder rear sight. Sling swivels are fitted on the middle barrel band and the stock. The musket has a brass receiver and carbine style buttplate with sliding butt trap. The stock and 3/4-length forearm are oil-finished walnut. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING-ARMS. NEWHAVEN.CT./KING'S-IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED. MARCH 29.1866. OCTOBER 16.1860", between the lower barrel band and the rear sight. The socket bayonet is bright and has a 15 1/2 inch angular blade.
BBL: 27 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 RF
Finish: brass/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 82621B
Condtion: About good. The barrel, magazine and bands have a dove gray patina with moderate surface pitting; the markings are light but legible. There is heavy pitting on the bottom of the loading lever. The otherwise very good brass receiver and buttplate have been lightly cleaned (during period of usage) and has scattered minor dents and scratches. The side plate edges are tight. The stock and forend have been period re-finished and are both in fair condition with moderate wear. Mechanically fine. The bayonet has been cleaned and is bright with scattered heavy pitting on the socket and blade.
Estimate: $2500 - $4000
Antique Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 3048 (Sale Order: 48 of 848)
Antique Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle
Produced in 1891, and chambered for the 40-82 WCF cartridge. Patridge blade front and adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sights on the full octagon barrel, which is marked with the standard two line address and "40-82 WCF" on the upper left flat. Casehardened receiver, with the early one line "-Model 1886-" marking on the upper tang and patent dates behind the single set trigger. Period refinished smooth straight grip stock with a full magazine, metal forearm cap, and a smooth cresent steel buttplate.
BBL: 22 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 40-82 WCF
Finish: blue/ casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 62197
Condtion: Good as period customized (barrel shortened), with traces of the original finish, showing a mixed brown and gray patina, scattered handling marks and spotting. Stock is revarnished, with some chips and a repaired wrist. Mechanically needs work as the hammer will not stay at full cock.
Estimate: $1500 - $2000
Produced in 1891, and chambered for the 40-82 WCF cartridge. Patridge blade front and adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sights on the full octagon barrel, which is marked with the standard two line address and "40-82 WCF" on the upper left flat. Casehardened receiver, with the early one line "-Model 1886-" marking on the upper tang and patent dates behind the single set trigger. Period refinished smooth straight grip stock with a full magazine, metal forearm cap, and a smooth cresent steel buttplate.
BBL: 22 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 40-82 WCF
Finish: blue/ casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 62197
Condtion: Good as period customized (barrel shortened), with traces of the original finish, showing a mixed brown and gray patina, scattered handling marks and spotting. Stock is revarnished, with some chips and a repaired wrist. Mechanically needs work as the hammer will not stay at full cock.
Estimate: $1500 - $2000
Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Extra Length Barrel
Lot # 3049 (Sale Order: 49 of 848)
Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Extra Length Barrel
Manufactured in 1890, this particular example is a Third Model with the distinctive integral dust cover rail. The nonstandard 26 inch octagon barrel with full length magazine tube has a German silver blade front sight and an adjustable buckhorn rear sight missing the elevator. The top barrel flat has the standard two line New Haven address/patent dates marking and "38 W.C.F." with brass cartridge elevator engraved "38 CAL". The upper tang is drilled for a sight mount and marked "MODEL 1873". Smooth forearm with a steel forend cap and straight grip stock with a crescent steel buttplate with empty compartment. No factory letter is available to writer at time of description to confirm barrel length.
BBL: 26 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 38 WCF
Finish:
Grips:
Serial Number: 355807B
Condtion: Very good plus. The barrel and magazine tube have a smooth brown patina with some traces of original blue in the protected areas with some minor pitting mostly near the muzzle. The frame retains approximately 20% of the blue in the low areas (strongest around the trigger) mixed with a smooth brown patina. The remaining surfaces have a smooth brown patina with some light spotting on the buttplate. The wood is very good with the exception of a small hairline crack on the forearm and some minor dings and scratches overall. Mechanically fine.
Estimate: $1200 - $1700
Manufactured in 1890, this particular example is a Third Model with the distinctive integral dust cover rail. The nonstandard 26 inch octagon barrel with full length magazine tube has a German silver blade front sight and an adjustable buckhorn rear sight missing the elevator. The top barrel flat has the standard two line New Haven address/patent dates marking and "38 W.C.F." with brass cartridge elevator engraved "38 CAL". The upper tang is drilled for a sight mount and marked "MODEL 1873". Smooth forearm with a steel forend cap and straight grip stock with a crescent steel buttplate with empty compartment. No factory letter is available to writer at time of description to confirm barrel length.
BBL: 26 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 38 WCF
Finish:
Grips:
Serial Number: 355807B
Condtion: Very good plus. The barrel and magazine tube have a smooth brown patina with some traces of original blue in the protected areas with some minor pitting mostly near the muzzle. The frame retains approximately 20% of the blue in the low areas (strongest around the trigger) mixed with a smooth brown patina. The remaining surfaces have a smooth brown patina with some light spotting on the buttplate. The wood is very good with the exception of a small hairline crack on the forearm and some minor dings and scratches overall. Mechanically fine.
Estimate: $1200 - $1700
Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action 44-40 Rifle
Lot # 3050 (Sale Order: 50 of 848)
Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action 44-40 Rifle
Manufactured in 1885. This is an example of a Third Model 1873 variation with the distinctive integral dust cover rail machined to the top of the receiver. It has the standard two line barrel flat address/King's improvement patent dates marking and "44 Cal". "44 Cal" also appears on the brass cartridge elevator over a period marked "A". German blade front sight, adjustable buckhorn rear sight, full length magazine tube and a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a steel forend cap and steel crescent buttplate with compartment.
BBL: 24 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 193704B
Condtion: Very good. Overall the rifle has a mottled gray patina with some minor pitting contained to the barrel, magazine and dust cover rail. The wood is also very good with the exception of a few hairline cracks on the right side of the stock wrist and some minor dings and scratches overall. Mechanically fine.
Estimate: $1300 - $1900
Manufactured in 1885. This is an example of a Third Model 1873 variation with the distinctive integral dust cover rail machined to the top of the receiver. It has the standard two line barrel flat address/King's improvement patent dates marking and "44 Cal". "44 Cal" also appears on the brass cartridge elevator over a period marked "A". German blade front sight, adjustable buckhorn rear sight, full length magazine tube and a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a steel forend cap and steel crescent buttplate with compartment.
BBL: 24 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 44 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 193704B
Condtion: Very good. Overall the rifle has a mottled gray patina with some minor pitting contained to the barrel, magazine and dust cover rail. The wood is also very good with the exception of a few hairline cracks on the right side of the stock wrist and some minor dings and scratches overall. Mechanically fine.
Estimate: $1300 - $1900
