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19LR-18 WINCHESTER MDL 1886

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:600.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
19LR-18 WINCHESTER MDL 1886
Winchester Model 1886 lever action rifle with a 26” octagon barrel, full length magazine, rifle butt in .40-82 WCF caliber, Serial #40182. This rifle has set over the mantle on a fireplace in the Pasadena area fornearly 70 years and is the property of a 90+ year old collector who bought it from a California Bear Hunter who used the rifle during the 19th Century. The barrel and magazine retain most of their original tonedblue to brown natural finish with the original sights. The frame shows traces of good rainbow hues and case colors within a brownish patina. The wood is very good plus, with minor nicks, mars and normal wear fromuse. The markings are sharp and edges are crisp with a good bore and crisp interior showing little use. The .40-82 cartridge was favored by Theodore Roosevelt for elk hunting. A very desirable, “As Found” anduntouched Winchester circa 1890. Est.: $2,000-$4,000. (Antique).