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Winchester Hotchkiss Model 1883 Bolt Action Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD
Winchester Hotchkiss Model 1883 Bolt Action Rifle
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Winchester Hotchkiss Model 1883 Bolt Action Rifle, #2324, .45-70 cal., 28.75'' barrel, blued finish, walnut stock, blade front sight and adjustable folding leaf rear sight. Marked on left side of receiver with Winchester and Hotchkiss patent dates. Barrel is stamped ''W.M.F/US/(anchor)'' above a proof and view mark indicating issue to the U.S. Navy. There is a faint stock cartouche on the left side of the wrist. Bolt handle is marked ''H.N.'' There is also a firing proof on the underside of the wrist. This is a First Model with the rotary switch cutoff/safety on the right side of the stock. Condition overall good with metal surfaces retaining about 10% of its finish, mostly in protected areas, the balance worn bright now browning with patina. Stock is cracked thru at the wrist as is common in these models, and the wood is dark showing overall dents, bruises and handling marks. Rear sight leaf is loose. Action is smooth, bright bore is very good. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)*