Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
Winchester Model 1886 Rifle, c. 1895, serial number 101027, .40-82 caliber, walnut stock with checkered wrist and forend, peep sight, octagonal barrel marked on the top "MANUFACTURED BY THE/WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN CONN. U.S.A.," barrel lg. 26, overall lg. 44 3/4 in.
Provenance: The collection of David F. Post.
Estimate $2,500-4,500
Stock has a few dings and nicks, the barrel retains much of its original blue with a few light scratches, some light case hardening is visible and the gun functions properly. The bore is in good condition.
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
WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO, United StatesChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200