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Winchester Model 1886 Takedown Lever Action Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:475.00 USD Estimated At:1,200.00 - 1,800.00 USD
Winchester Model 1886 Takedown Lever Action Rifle
This is an example of a Winchester Model 1886 Take-Down Rifle that was manufactured in 1908. The top of the barrel ahead of the rear sight is marked with the two line address/patent dates, the left rear of the barrel has the nickel steel/smokeless powder marking followed by "33 W.C.F.". The top of the receiver and barrel are marked with the Winchester oval proof at the breech, the upper tang is marked with the three line maker, model, trademark marking and the serial number and 1884 and 1885 patent dates are marked on the lower tang. Ramp blade front sight with bead and semi-buckhorn rear sight, full magazine and mounted with a smooth forearm with steel forend cap and straight grip stock with a checkered hard rubber Winchester shotgun buttplate.
BBL: 24 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 33 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 146685
Condition: Fine. The barrel and magazine retain 95% original finish with some minor muzzle wear and some minor thinning. The receiver retains 40% original finish with the balance having a smooth grayish brown patina. The bolt retains almost all of the original finish. The lever has a smooth silver gray patina. The stock has been lightly sanded and refinished and overall the wood is very good with a few minor dings and dents on the forearm and minor handling marks on the stock. The markings are clear and crisp. The action is excellent.