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RARE-'73 Winchester-38-40-Cody Wild West Prop-NO FFL
Guns International #: 102094774 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Commemorative & Collectible Rifles - Winchester Collectible Firearms
Seller's Information
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Seller: WestofthePecos
Member Since: 7/10/09
First Name: g.ronald
Last Name: mundale
State: Wisconsin
Zip: 54750-8631
Country: United States
Phone: (715) 448-4013
Phone2: (520) 625-2238
Number of Active Listings: 2
Total Number of Listings: 121
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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Payment Types Accepted: Cashiers check/U.S.Postal Money Order-NO Western Union
Description:
This came from the Buffalo Bill Wild West Shows around 1900+/-. When I purchased this Winchester back in 1961 we were in a severe Recession. I was working for Pinkerton's Security when I came upon this specimen on display at WARNER's Hardware/Sporting Goods at 7th St. in downtown Minneapolis,MN. This stellar '73 Winchester caught my eye..it was on 'consignment via a Sioux native that had a relative that performed in Buffalo Bills Wild West Show(s). I have NO way of proving how I came upon it 60+ yrs. ago. Kindly,consider, this a is was built as a "Show Gun"- Nickel plated Winchester having a 24in. 38Cal(38-40) having a very decent shootable bore. This is an unusual Winchester in that it is one of VERY FEW Nickel plated 'Winchesters"..! Whether or not you accept how I came to owning this matters NOT to me, as I presently am the Proud owner. In the photo's you'll see a photo ( Artwok) of Buffalo Bill Cody holding a Nickel plated are authentic '73 Winchester Rifle. It appears this is the original plating as the lettering has NOT been bufffed away..nor thin. I have no clue as to the shotgun Buttplate..perhaps for easier shouldering while mounted on horseback & for comfort..?? There are feint animal scenes depicting a hunt w/dog..most likely for Bear..perhaps even Bison..?? outlined in the buttstock..The former consignor/seller related to me that after it was sold by Wild West Shows to Native Ogllala.from the PINE RIDGE Res.-Pine Ridge,S.D..the Pin pricks on frame depict kills.of game & 2 men..! The serial #104133A shows this rifle was mfg.d 1882 which fits the period of the Wild West Shows-nationwide as well as UK and Europe. This is sold "As-IS" where is NO warranty expressed nor Implied..This rifle operates smoothly as designed & manufactured. I believe my listed price is quite reasonable & non-negotiable. I doubt you'll ever find another like this Gem... The photo shown is part of my Buffalo Bill Display & library and not included in this listing . This is a ratherBuffalo Bill /Stage shipping to Lower 48 states=$75.00-Foreign More$$ due to recent rise in Shipping expenses.///ALL replies will be answered thru GunsInternational NOTE: any Foreign Purchasor MUST make own arrangements thru US/Foreign CUSTOMS to receive this rare "ntique" and Payment in USD-Final. The BUFFALO BILL Stagecoach display & Mounting board are Authentic & NOT INCLUDED. NOTE: Sale PENDING.
SOLD
Antique: Yes