Guns International #: 103405226
Seller's Inventory #: 2621

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

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

NICE WINCHESTER MODEL 88, 243 WINCHESTER, MADE in 1957


Description:
Nice used Winchester Model 88 chambered in 243 Winchester, made in 1957. In 1957, a Winchester Model 88, 243 was a pretty hot deer rifle. It pushed a 100 grain bullet over 3000 fps and was even faster with the 80 grain. The .243 is a great varmint caliber, and is a coyote's worst nightmare. With proper bullets, many Elk have been harvested by this 308 necked down to .243.
The metal is very nice on this one, showing minimal wear. There is no evidence of ever having a scope mounted on it. The bore is excellent, bright with sharp riflings. The checkered walnut stock has a few scratches with a couple that stand out. These are shown in the photos. It has the original buttplate and does not appear to have any modifications made. It is a light, handy rifle, that fires a high power cartridge in a lever action format. Backup shots are fast and smooth and with practice, you can cycle it from the shoulder.
These pre-64 model 88s are getting hard to find. Many people still hunt with them, and there are many collectors who put them away in collections. If you like this one, don't hesitate.
Please look over the photos, 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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PAYMENT - I can accept money orders, cashier’s checks, bank checks, or personal checks (pending verification of funds).  Payments via USPS & UPS are acceptable. I can also accept Zelle payments.
My FFL dealer (Dixie Gun & Fish, St George, Utah) 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!

SAFETY WARNING- Buyer is solely responsible for determining that a used gun is safe to shoot. The firearms offered may or may not have been test fired, and some have been only visually inspected. It is a requirement that every used firearm is inspected by a qualified gunsmith before firing. The buyer agrees to hold seller harmless against damages, injury, or death caused by defective merchandise.

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: .243 Winchester
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 88
Serial Number: 54897
Barrel Length: 22 inches
Condition: Very good
Metal Condition: very good
Wood Condition: Good
Bore Condition: Excellent
Action: Lever action repeater
Stock: Checkered Walnut
Stock Dimensions:
Factory Original
Finish: Blue
Sights: Open
Manufacture Date: 1957
Optic: None

Price: $1,499.99
Shipping: $110.00