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Winchester High Wall Model 1885 Single Shot Rifle 45-70 Govt

Currency:CAD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:500.00 CAD
Winchester High Wall Model 1885 Single Shot Rifle 45-70 Govt
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Winchester High Wall Model 1885 Single Shot Rifle 45-70 Govt

The Winchester Model 1885 is a single-shot rifle with a falling-block action. It was
principally designed by John Browning. Two models were produced, the Low Wall
and the High Wall.

This particular unit is in great shape - Rare hard to find #4 Heavy 30 inch Close Coupled
Octagonal Barrel - Barrel has been rechambered in 45-70 and not the 38-55 as
stated on the barrel. The Bore is Excellent.

This beauty comes with the following:
Winchester Tang rear sight
Globe Front sight
Double Set Trigger

All original the high grade wood is in very good condition.. minimal dents and no cracks
or holes .. nicely grained wood
Crescent butt plate is original.

Metal finish on barrel is at 80% with highlights on the edges
Sides of receiver are blotched and there is wear ontop and around hammer area.

Serial number is 101780 which dates manufacture to around 1914 - 1915

Overall an excellant condition collector rifle .