05-03-201405-03-2014
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
May 3, 2014 10:00 AMCalender
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Martially Marked Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall Winder Musket

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$461$375
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2724MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: May 03, 2014 10:00AM

Description:

Martially Marked Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall Winder Musket, c. 1919, serial number 136785, walnut stock with steel fittings, rear of receiver marked with a US over an ordnance bomb, receiver tank marked TRADE MARK/WINCHESTER with patent dates, barrel marked 22 SHORT with MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./NEW HAVEN CONN. U.S.A. PATENTED OCTOBER 7. 1879., with leather sling, barrel lg. 28, overall lg. 43 3/4 in.

Note: FFL.
Estimate $400-600

Stock has a few dings and nicks, barrel and lever retain some blueing, receiver is light plum colored.


The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Keywords

steel fittings, United States, WINCHESTER