Lot 2025

ANTIQUE 1886 WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 3RD MODEL .32 WCF LEVER ACTION RIFLE

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ANTIQUE 1886 WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 3RD MODEL .32 WCF LEVER ACTION RIFLE

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Current Bid: $500

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Description:

Antique 1886 Winchester Model 1873 3rd Model .32 WCF Lever Action Rifle. The top of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN CT. / KING’S – IMPROVEMENT – PATENTED – MARCH 29. 1866. OCTOBER 16 1860”. The upper tang is marked “—MODEL 1873—” The lower tang is marked with the serial number “213535A”. The bottom of the brass lifter is marked “.32 Cal.” Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a “V-notch” full Buckhorn elevator sight dovetailed to the barrel. The stocks are two-piece smooth walnut with capped forend, straight grip, straight comb, and crescent buttplate. One of the most successful, and certainly one of the most famous Winchester rifles was the Winchester Model 1873, known as “The Gun that Won the West” for its predominant role in the hands of Western settlers. The Model 1873 had a steel frame that was much stronger than the brass framed Model 1866, allowing Winchester to develop a family of powerful new cartridges, with Colt usually producing Single Action Army revolvers in the same calibers shortly after they were developed. The .32-20 cartridge, also known as the .32 WCF, was introduced in 1882 by Winchester which was a .32 caliber bullet over 20 grains of black powder. Colt produced single action revolvers chambered for the Winchester cartridges as well, allowing users to have a rifle and handgun which shared the same ammunition. This is a 3rd Model 1873 produced in 1886 once Winchester’s production had hit its stride. No doubt this rifle was a workhorse for a plains settler or even one of their relatives back east. The rifle appears to have had a very useful life, with wear consistent with its age of nearly 140 years. This is an honest gun in a desirable configuration with the very “western” octagonal barrel and deserves a spot in a collection of lever action rifles next to its 1866, 1876, 1886, 1892 and 1894 cousins. Serial Number: 213535A | Caliber / Gauge: .32 cal. | LOP: 13" | Working Order: Firearm has not been tested | Background Check: Not Required | Keywords: Firearms, Guns, Firearm; Ref: BD2120

  • Dimensions: 24" barrel |
  • Circa: 1886
  • Condition: This rifle is in in overall good condition with signs of wear commensurate with age and use. This rifle retains approx. 5% of its original finish. Remaining finish is parts of the barrel and the sideplates. The metal surfaces have developed a mottled rust-colored patina throughout. There is some pitting on the receiver and dust cover. There are scattered nicks, dings, scuffs and pitting on the barrel. The screw heads are relatively unmarred showing minimal tool marks. The markings are clear and legible though a bit faded in some places. Overall, this rifle is in about Good to Very Good condition as Antique. The front sight shows heavy wear and nicks and scuffs. The rear stock shows signs of being repaired after being split long ways. The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. There is a lever lock on the lower tang. Please review the photos for details and condition.

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Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $99 $5
$100 $199 $10
$200 $999 $20
$1,000 $4,999 $50
$5,000 $9,999 $100
$10,000 + $200