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Winchester Model 1873 special order semi-deluxe rifle, .32-20 cal., 24" octagon barrel, half-magaz

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Winchester Model 1873 special order  semi-deluxe rifle, .32-20 cal., 24  octagon  barrel, half-magaz
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Winchester Model 1873 special order semi-deluxe rifle, .32-20 cal., 24" octagon barrel, half-magazine, case hardened frame, select stock with fancy grain, Venier tang sight, Beech front sight, serial #119293A.The barrel shows 75-85% original blue, some just beginning age, minor scratches, good crisp and sharp edges. The frame, hammer and lever show 20-30% case hardening drifting to gray with some light cleaning. The forendcap and butt stock have been lightly cleaned. The stock shows a beautiful burl wood grain and tight wood to metal fit with a coating of new clear varnish which has melted and has fragments of a rifle boot that it was stored in. This finish needs to be stripped and proper varnish applied; there has been no sanding to the stock. The loading gate shows most of its bright blue; the bore is very good+. A special order gun that wouldimprove immensely with needed restoration. Est.: $3,000-$6,000