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Lot 38:Winchester Low wall Rifle 32 Short

September 10th, 2011|Rock Island, IL

Lot 38:Winchester Low wall Rifle 32 Short

September 10th, 2011|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,400 - $2,250

Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall Single Shot Rifle with Set Trigger

Manufactured in 1889. Blade front and buckhorn rear sights on a number 1 octagon barrel stamped with the two line address ahead of the rear sight, "32 SHORT" at the breech, and "SR" (non-factory stamp) on the rear left flat. Blue barrel with the remaining metal surfaces casehardened. The rifle has a set trigger. The lower tang is stamped with the patent date and serial number. Smooth Schnabel forearm with ebony insert and straight grip stock with crescent buttplate.

ConditionVery fine. The barrel retains 75% original blue finish showing some thinning to a brown and minor spotting overall. The remaining metal surfaces retain 85% original case colors (mostly on the receiver) with the balance a gray patina and some minor spotting. The wood is very fine with numerous minor scratches and pressure marks. Trigger needs work.

Details

ManufacturerWinchester

ModelLow wall

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge32 Short

Barrel28 inch octagon

Finishblue/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL