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Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:375.00 USD Estimated At:900.00 - 1,500.00 USD
Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle
Manufactured in 1886, this particular example is a Third Model with the distinctive integral dust cover rail. The top of the barrel is marked with the two line address/King's patent dates ahead of the rear sight, "38 CAL." at the breech and "38 CAL." on the bottom of the brass cartridge elevator. The model designation is marked on the upper tang and the serial number on the lower tang. Replacement blade front and adjustable rear buck horn rear sights. Full magazine, all blue finish with casehardened hammer and lever, and mounted with a smooth forearm with iron end cap and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate, with compartment (cleaning rod not included).
BBL: 24 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 38 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 210493B
Condition: Good. The metal surfaces have a mottled brown patina with some spotting on the magazine tube, buttplate and receiver. The wood is good as revarnished with most of the varnish remaining with some streaking of the varnish. There is a small chip on the upper left front of the forearm and overall a few minor dings and dents. The markings are clear. The action is a little "sticky", however functions properly.