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Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle
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Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle, #278781B, .38-40 cal., 24'' octagonal barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut stock, steel crescent buttplate, Rocky Mountain brass blade front sight and semi-buckhorn rear sight. Mfg'd 1888. Condition is very good retaining approx. 30% moderately toning original finish. Screw slots show moderate distortion. Stock fits well and is mostly proud, with light chips at lower tang and oil darkening near metal surfaces. Nomenclature to bottom of lifter has thinned and shows light knackering as well. Bottom rail of lever shows mild bend. Dustcover appears to be a later replacement but functions as designed. Action is good, bore is fair but ringed approx. 2'' from muzzle. Est.: $800-$1,200. (Antique)