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Winchester Model 1876 lever action rifle, Third Model, .45-60 cal., 28" octagon barrel, full magaz

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:1,750.00 USD
Winchester Model 1876 lever action rifle,  Third Model, .45-60 cal., 28  octagon barrel,  full magaz
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Winchester Model 1876 lever action rifle, Third Model, .45-60 cal., 28" octagon barrel, full magazine, rifle butt, serial #52223. The rifle remains in near fine original condition with 75-85% original blue, agingand toning nicely, with drifting at the edges, some minor marks, light scratches but still areas of very bright blue. The barrel address is sharp, edges on barrel crisp, good markings on lifter. The hammer and levershow 30-50% case hardening, the butt plate shows traces of blue. The dust cover shows 75%+ original blue as does the loading gate. The rear sight is a folding express type with correct 1876 marking. The front sightis in its proper dovetail. The stocks are good to very good with even wear, great wood to metal fit, possible light cleaning with steel wool but absolutely no sanding. The stocks have just lost their varnish. Theaction is good, the bore is near excellent. A strong '76 with a lot of finish. Est.: $3,500-$7,000