Guns International #: 103400338
Seller's Inventory #: 2617

Category - Winchester Rifles - Model 88 - Winchester Rifles - Lever Pre-64

Category
Winchester Rifles - Model 88
Winchester Rifles - Lever Pre-64

WINCHESTER MODEL 88, 308 WIN. FIRST YEAR PRODUCTION, 1955, "MINTY

Description:
Clean, Minty, Winchester Model 88 Lever Action Repeater chambered in .308 Winchester. First Year Production, it was made in 1955. 
It is very cool to have a first year production rifle that is in such great shape. This one did not get taken into the field very often. The metal is nearly perfect with bright bluing showing almost no sign of wear. The nicely figured, checkered Walnut stock has only minor blemishes that have to be seen close up to be noticed. I have tried to highlight them in the photos.
Even though the .284 Winchester is more collectible, this .308 is way more practical and useful. Try buying 284 ammo in Hanksville, Utah. 
The action functions perfectly, and the bore looks new. The rifle has not been altered in any way, and does not appear that there has ever been a scope mount installed. I got this one from a serious collector who loved minty lever action rifles. This one is almost as old as I am and at 70, is in much better shape.
If you are looking to upgrade your Model 88 collection, or just want a great .308 lever action, look no further. Check out the photos carefully and contact me with questions.
Thanks for looking!

Buyer pays Insurance and Shipping costs. Shipping costs include: Dixie Gun & Fish transfer fees, soft case for most firearms, and professional packing and boxing in a sturdy container.


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My FFL dealer (Dixie Gun & Fish) securely packs and ships each firearm, following all firearms laws, and will include a signed copy of their FFL with each firearm shipped. No private sales on firearms!

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RETURN POLICY- All firearms come with a 3-day non firing, no-tinkering with (turning screws, taking apart, removing parts, scoping. firing, cleaning or altering in any way) inspection/return privilege. Inspection is based on a visual review of the firearm to confirm that it is in the condition stated. In the case of a return, the buyer pays all shipping charges both ways. Please ask questions.
Return Policy Guidelines of GunsInternational  Unless the buyer and seller agree to modify, as may be the case in a new gun, layaway, international sales and for used guns and accessories it must be clearly marked in the listing as No Return, the return policy is three (3) calendar days from the day the item(s) are received by the buyer or delivered to the FFL acting for the buyer.   The item may be returned for any reason, but the buyer must notify the seller within the three (3) calendar day inspection period.  The buyer must start the return within the next four (4) calendar days to receive a complete refund, less all shipping, transaction fees and FFL charges.  On a return the buyer must not remove the firearm from the FFL premises without approval of the seller.  Once the firearm has been received by the seller and inspected a prompt refund will be issued.  Shipping must start within one week of receipt of the item(s).  The return shipping must be of equal shipping level, including insurance i.e... Priority, Express, Blue Label etc.  The return item MUST be in the same condition as when shipped to the buyer.  This is an inspection period only, a gun is not to be fired or disassembled.  Sellers written permission is required to allow the buyer to take down a takedown model during the inspection period. Upon the receipt and inspection of the returned gun, the seller agrees to issue a prompt refund. Recommendation: Confirm purchase with all details via the Contact Seller form within the listing and print out the listing for your records. Industry standard is that if a buyer fails to perform on a layaway that any monies deposited are forfeited.  GunsInternational recommends all layaways are agreed in writing. Any modification of the 3 day return policy must be in writing by both buyer and seller. 
 

Curio/Relic: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .308 Winchester
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 88
Serial Number: 6798
Barrel Length: 22 inches
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Perfect
Action: Lever action repeater
Stock: Deluxe Checkered Walnut
Stock Dimensions:
Factory Original
Butt Pad: Factory Winchester Buttplate
Finish: High Polish Blue
Sights: Adjustable Rear
Manufacture Date: 1955
Optic: None

Price: $1,979.99
Shipping: $120.00