Winchester Model 1873 Rifle

Description:

Winchester Model 1873 Rifle, c. 1886, serial number 205589B, .44 caliber, walnut stock with a steel butt plate, steel frame, octagonal barrel marked on the top "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING ARMS . NEW HAVEN. CT./KING'S-IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED-MARCH 29, 1866, OCTOBER 16, 1860," barrel lg. 24, overall lg. 43 1/4 in.

Provenance: The collection of Ed Vebell.
Estimate $800-1,200

Stock has a few light dings and nicks but is in very good condition. steel parts are a light gray/plum color, the action functions properly, and the bore has some very light pitting but is in good condition.


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