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Lot 51:Antique Winchester Model 1894 Takedown Rifle

May 19th, 2023|Rock Island, IL

Lot 51:Antique Winchester Model 1894 Takedown Rifle

May 19th, 2023|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$2,750 - $4,250

Desirable Antique Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Takedown Rifle

Manufactured in 1897 with standard markings including Winchester factory oval proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech. It is fitted with Lyman beaded blade front, three-leaf rear sights, and a tang mounted peep sight, as well as being in takedown configuration. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate.

ConditionFine, retains 70% plus of the original blue finish, 50% of the original nitre blue, and 60% of the original case colors with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth brown patina and numerous scattered patches of light surface pitting and oxidation, as is typical of a frontier used rifle that was as much a tool as it was a companion. The wood is also fine with some minor dings and scratches scattered throughout. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerWinchester

Model1894

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge30 WCF

Barrel26 inch octagon

Finishblue

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL