Winchester Presentation Grade Engraved Model 1886 (21.75"), 45-70 Govt., Lever-Action Rifle

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The serial number on this Winchester Model 1886 Rifle is no longer visible; however, many characteristics suggest an early production model that was made in circa 1886-1895. The lower tang patent dates are still visible: "PAT. OCT 14, 1884/ JAN. 20, 1885". The engravings are in Winchester's Style No. 9 pattern with a vignette on the left side with a Whitetail Buck Deer scene and the balance of action of a vine type foliate scroll pattern with punch dot backgrounds & ornate wide borders. Scroll highlights continue on the top & bottom of the receiver and butt plate peak. This style of engraving is very consistent with work performed by the Ulrich family. The Ulrich family of engravers is a sort of dynasty in the gun world with members working for Colt, Winchester, Marlin, and others. The first of the family to start engraving guns was John Ulrich beginning in 1868, and the last was Alden, who stopped when he died in 1949. Conrad Ulrich learned the trade under the renowned Gustave Young, who was a master engraver for Colt in the early and mid-1860s. Conrad's brothers, John and Herman, later joined Conrad at Colt, and according to family tradition, they were taught the techniques of engraving by their older brother. Conrad, Herman, and John all left Colt and moved to New Haven around 1869. The demand for engraving at Colt was then on a decline, and the brothers left because there would be more work for them in New Haven, primarily from Winchester. John and Herman both appeared as engravers for the Winchester Arms Company, according to period ledgers: however, Conrad was never listed as an employee. This early rifle also sports a desirable curved metal butt plate with a buttstock kit compartment that was only offered on the Model 1886 on special custom order basis. SPECS: Deep-cut diamond outline checkered walnut stock with straight grip & high comb, 21.75" octagon barrel that is correctly two-line addressed "MANUFACTURED BY THE/ WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN CONN. U.S.A.", dovetailed rear sight with dual folding leaves, dovetailed front blade sight with brass bead, 1/2 length feeding tube and checkered hammer. CONDITION: This rifle is in nice condition with bluing fade and a re-blued front sight, has a nice sharp/clean bore with no rusting and appears to be in good working order. HISTORY: The Winchester Model 1886 lever-action rifle was designed by John Browning and Winchester's William Mason and produced from 1886 to 1935, with nearly 160,000 units made. It was initially chambered for large black powder cartridges like the .45-70 Government, .45-90 Sharps & .40-82 Winchester. It was known for a strong design and the ability to reliably handle powerful cartridges. It was available in different configurations, including rifle, carbine, and musket versions and was offered with special order features, including custom barrels, stocks, and sights. Despite being originally designed for use with black powder, the action was strong enough to make the jump to smokeless powder with only minor modifications and was subsequently chambered in the .33 Winchester smokeless cartridge beginning in 1903. In 1935, Winchester replaced the M1886 with a slightly modified version dubbed the Model 71 chambered for the more powerful .348 Winchester cartridge. The Model 1886 has become a symbol of the American West. It was a favorite of many notable figures, including Theodore Roosevelt, who owned one and used it extensively on his many hunting expeditions. SHIPPING - We offer free shipping anywhere within the continental US. All firearms must be sent to an FFL (or C&R if applicable) regardless of age or caliber. This includes antiques & muzzleloaders. PLEASE READ ALL TERMS BEFORE PARTICIPATING: There is no live crowd, no phone bidding, no left bids and we do not accept payment through the mail.

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Winchester Presentation Grade Engraved Model 1886 (21.75"), 45-70 Govt., Lever-Action Rifle
Winchester Presentation Grade Engraved Model 1886 (21.75"), 45-70 Govt., Lever-Action Rifle
Lot number: 2
Seller: Will Sullivan Auction Co.
Event: Firearms & Early Military Assets
Ends: Saturday, June 14 | 10:00 AM  Central

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