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Winchester 1886 .40-82 Cal Lever Action Rifle 1891

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:2,200.00 - 3,600.00 USD
Winchester 1886 .40-82 Cal Lever Action Rifle 1891
This lot features a Winchester 1886 .40-82 Caliber Lever Action Rifle. This is a very fine original condition round barrel rifle in one of the more scarce calibers chambered for this model. This particular rifle shows that it has received exceptional care since it was produced 126 years ago. It is in original and unaltered condition inside and out. The wood is in excellent condition showing no signs of cleaning or sanding and is without chips or cracks. This rifle exhibits exceptionally tight wood to metal fit and shows almost no handling or storage marks. The screws are also in exceptional condition with most showing that they have not been turned or removed- very unusual! The barrel and magazine are smooth and show no signs or rust or abuse and all Winchester barrel and caliber markings on the barrel and upper tang are sharp and correct, the receiver is naturally aged to a mottled gray and also shows no signs of rust or abuse, the bolt on top of the receiver and the loading gate exhibit fine deep original blue. The action and mechanics are tight and crisp, original buckhorn rear sight with Winchester German silver small blade front sight, and even has a bright, sharp bore! Most of these big caliber Winchesters were western shipped and used. They also typically saw hard frontier service. This one has survived in outstanding condition. Antique firearm. NO FFL transfer or NICS background check required. The serial number is 54381, made 1891.