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WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 ****** DELUXE ****** RIFLE IS LOCATED IN USA ******
Guns International #: 100652560 Seller's Inventory #: 1873022
Category: Winchester Collectible Firearms - Winchester Rifles - Model 1873
Seller's Information
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Seller: Malt
Member Since: 1/13/16
First Name: Mal
Last Name: Thornton
State: State not Found
Zip: 4006
Country: Australia
Phone: FROM USA PHONE 011-61-4161-80180
Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 1
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Firearms all in the USA
Payment Types Accepted: Funds TT
Description:
Rare Winchester Model 1873 Special Order Deluxe Lever Action Rifle in 22 Caliber Short with Factory Letter.
Serial no. 565090, 22 short cal., 24 3/8 inch octagonal barrel, nickel/blue finish, deluxe factory walnut stock. Highly sort after in 22 claiber this rifle has been furnished with many special order features. Third Model manufactured in 1903 with the guide rail integrally machined as part of the receiver. Full magazine, graduated peep sight and globe front sight (period but added after delivery). It is accompanied by a letter from the Buffalo Bill Historic Centre confirming configuration including full nickel plating except for the barrel which was blued as well as factory deluxe stock. The rifle was shipped from the wharehouse on June 30, 1903. The top of the barrel is marked “ WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS. NEW HAVEN. CONN. USA./KINGS IMPROVEMENT PATTENTED MARCH 29, 1856. OCTOBER 16, 1866.” IN TWO LINES. The calibre designation. “22 SHORT” IS MARKED on the flat just ahead of the receiver. “22 CAL/SHORT/SPECIAL” is marked on the bottom of the elevator. The upper tang is marked “MODEL 1873” and the serial number is marked on the lower tang. Furnished with Factory Deluxe walnut stock with a checkered forearm and pistol grip, Winchester plastic end cap and crescent nickel plated buttplate.
CONDITION: With 98% plus factory quality blue finish remains on the barrel showing only minor high edge wear and slightest collectors type handling marks. The nickel magazine tube has taken on a mellow frosted patina. The nickel receiver is excellent and has taken on a frosted patina much like silver plating. The factory deluxe stock is excellent and original with only a few small pressure dents. The checkering is crisp.
A truly rare and desirable piece that would complement any serious Winchester collection, this is real documented deluxe 1873 22 short lever action complete with a factory letter.
This Firearm is still in the USA, better photos available
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes
Manufacturer: Winchester Repeating Arms
Model: 1873
Serial Number: 565090
Caliber Info: 22 SHORT (Special)
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Excellent
Barrel Type: Octagonal
Action: Lever
Stock: Deluxe
Finish: Nickel / Blue
Extras: Deluxe