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Lot 512:
Winchester Model 1873 Lever-Action Rifle, 24" Barrel, Early Four-Digit Serial Number
Description
A Winchester Model 1873 lever-action repeating rifle, featuring a 24″ barrel and an early four-digit serial number. The rifle is characterized by its blued metal components, including the barrel, receiver, and operating lever, complemented by a dark stained wooden buttstock and forend. Visible markings include “MODEL. 1873.” on the upper tang, “WINCHESTER’S-REPEATING-ARMS. NEW HAVEN, CT.” on the barrel, along with patent dates “KING’S-IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED-MARCH 29. 1866, OCTOBER 16. 1860”. The serial number “1896 O” is present on the lower tang. A brass carrier block is visible within the action, and the buttplate appears to be of aged metal. The bore is bright with good groves, and pitting is present. Caliber .38.
Condition report:
Antique condition. Widespread loss of original bluing. Areas of surface pitting present on metal parts. Wooden buttstock and forend show numerous scratches and dents, consistent with significant age and use. The bore is bright with good groves, with pitting present.
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