Antique Winchester 1886 45-70 26" rifle
Guns International #: 101829654 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Winchester Rifles - Model 1886 - Winchester Rifles - Antique Lever

Seller's Information
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Seller: Retired Gunner
Member Since: 1/12/22
First Name: Jerry
Last Name: Ellenberger
State: New Mexico
Zip: 87107
Country: United States
Phone: (505) 235-0578
Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 114
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.

Payment Types Accepted: USPS money order, money order, Certified check,

About Us: I am an avid gun collector, retired gunsmith, competitor, NRA and WACA member.


Description:
This is a nice Winchester 1886 .45-70 rifle with a 26" octagon barrel. The bore and chamber are like new with strong rifleing and no pitting. The receiver still show traces of it's original color case finish throughout. The barrel and magazine tube are a faded blue with some dings and scratches. The crescent buttplate has turned a brown patina. The forearm has a crack on the right side at the cap, a 2" gouge on the bottom and two noticeable 3/4" dents near the receiver. The buttstock a few dings and scratches with two noticeable dents right side near the top tang. It appears that a dark coating has been applied over the the wood covering the dents and scratches. The action is smooth and tight and functions as designed. Shipping will be by UPS ground with insurance and tracking.

SOLD

Antique: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .45-70 Government
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1886
Serial Number: 43134
Barrel Length: 26
Chambers: Very good
Condition: Good
Metal Condition: Good
Wood Condition: Good
Bore Condition: bright
Barrel Type: Octagon
Action: Lever
Triggers: Plain
Stock: Walnut
Sights: original
Manufacture Date: May 1890