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Guns International #: 103405008
Seller's Inventory #: 259328
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Guns International #: 103405008
CODY LETTERED Antique WINCHESTER Model 1887 Lever Action 12 Gauge SHOTGUN
Popular Coach and Law Enforcement Gun
Description: CODY LETTERED Antique WINCHESTER Model 1887 Lever Action 12 Gauge SHOTGUN Popular Coach and Law Enforcement Gun Here Ancestry Guns presents an antique Factory Lettered Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotgun, made in 1892 in New Haven, Connecticut. This model saw just under 65,000 made, and those under serial number 63953 are made prior to 1899, making those an antique and requiring no FFL. The Model 1887 is considered the first successful repeating shotgun. Its lever-action design was chosen at the behest of the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, best known at the time as manufacturers of their lever-action rifles. Designer John Moses Browning suggested that a pump-action would be much more appropriate for a repeating shotgun, but Winchester management's position was that, at the time, the company was known as a “lever-action firearm company” and felt that their new shotgun must also be a lever-action for reasons of brand recognition. Browning responded by designing a breech-loading, rolling block lever-action. Unfortunately, these Model 1887s were fast eclipsed by pump action shotguns. They came in both 10 and 12 gauges, and full lengths of 30-32 inch barrels and “riot” length of 20 inches. The riot length version is considerably scarcer. As one can imagine, these higher capacity shotguns, especially those either made shorter at the factory or cut down, made great companions for those on guard duty, riding shotgun on a coach, and for law enforcement. Perhaps other, more nefarious characters also found them useful. Of course, who can forget the short, pistol-gripped version that the Terminator used? “I’ll be back”! The overall condition is fine. Much of the original blue and case colors are present. The wood has been revarnished and remains in good shape with average wear. Strong, crisp action. The bore is bright and smooth. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel: 32 inches. Caliber: 12 gauge Toe Drop: 2-1/2 inches Heel Drop: 3 inches Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. $4000 #259328 Antique: Yes Price: $4,000.00 Buy Now Pay with
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Guns International #: 103405008
Seller's Inventory #: 259328
Guns International #: 103405008
Seller's Inventory #: 259328
Guns International #: 103405008
Seller's Inventory #: 259328
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