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Lot 21:Winchester Model 1890 Slide Action Rifle Chambered for 22 WRF

April 30th, 2010|Rock Island, IL

Lot 21:Winchester Model 1890 Slide Action Rifle Chambered for 22 WRF

April 30th, 2010|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,600 - $2,250

Winchester Model 1890 Slide Action Rifle Chambered for 22 WRF

This Second Model 1890 rifle was manufactured in 1903 and chambered for the 22 WRF cartridge. It has an all blue finished takedown frame with a blade front sight (bead is absent) and an adjustable notch rear sight. Twelve groove forearm and smooth straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate.

ConditionVery fine. The barrel and magazine retain 85% original blue finish thinning to a smooth brown patina with minor slide wear and a few minor dings. The frame retains 80% blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The buttplate and hammer retain 40% faded case colors with the balance a smooth silver-gray patina. Overall there is some scattered light spotting on the buttplate. The forearm is excellent with a few minor handling marks. The buttstock is very fine with exception of "GK" initials hand inscribed on the wrist (left side) and some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerWinchester

Model1890-Rifle

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun

Caliber / Gauge22 WRF

Barrel24 inch octagon

Finishblue

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL