As "the ultimate lever gun" for over a century, the Winchester Model 1894 rifle holds a special place in the hearts of collectors. These "working guns" were not often ordered with special, extra cost features, making deluxe variations highly sought after by collectors, especially those in high condition like this example. This example is worthy of the finest collection. The accompanying factory letter states the rifle was received in the warehouse on November 21, 1895 and shipped on November 26 with an octagon barrel in .38-55 caliber, plain trigger, and checkered pistol grip stock. The rifle is fitted with a Lyman beaded blade front sight, an elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight, and folding tang peep sight. The top barrel flat is stamped with the two-line Winchester New Haven address ahead of the rear sight and the caliber designation "38-55" at the breech. The serial number is stamped on the underside of the receiver. The beautiful highly figured XXX deluxe walnut forearm and pistol grip stock are checkered in the factory "H" pattern. The buttstock is fitted with a Winchester hard rubber grip cap and a casehardened crescent buttplate. The left side of the lower tang is stamped "2408 XXX." The assembly number "2408" is repeated on the stock inlet and back of the buttplate. Provenance: The Tommy Rholes Collection: Property of a Gentleman