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Lot 3008:Special Order Winchester Deluxe Model 1886 Takedown Lever Action

August 17th, 2025|Bedford, TX
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Lot 3008:Special Order Winchester Deluxe Model 1886 Takedown Lever Action

August 17th, 2025|Bedford, TX
Estimated Price$12,000 - $18,000
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Extraordinarily Rare and Equally Fine, Well-Documented Special Order Winchester Deluxe Model 1886 Takedown Lever Action Rifle with Factory Records

Manufactured in 1914, this is an excellent example of a special ordered, deluxe Model 1886 rifle in a very interesting and rarely seen configuration, which is documented by two different factory records. The accompanying Winchester Gun Museum verification, dated 24 August 1973 and addressed to Mr. Lewis, states factory records lists this rifle with a round barrel in .33 caliber shotgun butt, hard rubber buttplate, "hand made stock", checkered pistol grip stock, takedown configuration, half magazine, F.T. sporting rear sight with broad notch, Lyman Jack front sight and "bead in middle of barrel" when shipped on July 24, 1915 to George W. Raynes "from A.P. Wendel ?", both from Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The rifle was charged to Iver Johnson Sporting Goods, Boston, MA, and returned for rework on two occasions. Also included is a 2025 dated factory letter which clarifies a couple points from the previous document. This more current letter lists "handmade stock: 13 in., 2-3/8 in., 1-1/2 in.", "point blank at 100 yards, mark at 200 yards", "smooth action", and "close shooter", all of which are likely specific requests from George W. Raynes when ordering. The meaning of some of these requests is not entirely clear, but it would appear that Raynes was ordering a lightweight, factory customized, hunting rifle which was accurate at close range and operated smoothly. The letter also clarifies that the A.P. Wendel listed in the previous record is A.P. Wendel & Co. of Portsmouth. Additionally, the repair and return dates are listed as 25 October and 22 November, both in 1915. It is rare to find such detailed special order Winchester records listing specific shipping locations and recipients, with a George W. Raynes is mentioned multiple times in period newspapers from New Hampshire, all seemingly discussing his travels rather than his profession. Whatever his profession was, it appears that Mr. Raynes was very particular about the rifle he desired. The barrel has the two-line address/patent dates, nickel steel marking and caliber designation on the left side. A Winchester factory oval proof appears on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech. The upper tang has the three-line model/trade mark information, and the lower tang has the two-line patent dates marking and serial number. The takedown release has the 1893 patent date. The highly figured forearm and rare high comb pistol grip stock are checkered. The stock has a hard rubber grip cap and buttplate. The left side of the lower tang has the number "304." "304" is repeated on the stock inlet. As Winchester expert and author George Madis noted, "very few customers found it necessary to order a special stock."

ConditionExcellent, retaining 90% plus original blue finish mixed with some patches of brown patina. 85% plus original case colors remain on the lever. The wood is also excellent showing some minor dings and scratches and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent. A highly attractive factory documented deluxe Model 1886 takedown rifle with rare special order "handmade" pistol grip stock and added bonus of known shipping delivery records for your outstanding Winchester collection.
Details
ManufacturerWinchester
Model1886
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge33 WCF
Barrel24 inch round
Finishblue
Stockwalnut
Bore conditionThe bore is shiny with crisp rifling.

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views249
Catalog page8
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