Winchester Model 1886 38-56 W.C.F. Ref #1034

Winchester Model 1886 38-56 W.C.F.

Reference #1034

Rare Winchester Model 1886 Sporting Rifle in 38-56 W.C.F. with 26" octagon barrel and full length magazine lever action dated 1888.

The factory wood appears perfect and original. (Update: it was pointed out to me there is a crack in stock at the heel of the butt plate). Crescent butt plate is perfect, and fits butt stock perfect. All screws are near perfect. All metal case hardened, looks and appears original at about 50%, there are no noticeable marks on any of the metal. Bore shows corrosion from use with black powder, but appears to have decent rifling top to bottom. Muzzle and crown are very good. Original sites are intact, with original elevator intact. 

I do not have snap caps for this caliber. Gate on magazine solid, firing pin appears very good. Ejector solid and appears good. Working the lever, it is solid, not sloppy and hammer works as it should. Trigger is crisp with good weight and half cocked safety works. I did not dry fire. 

This firearm is the nicest, of this vintage, I have come across. It belongs in a museum. I graded it good only because of the bore. Book value is $7500.00. 

Comes with Winchester letter. 

Only reasonable offers are considered.  No trades on this one.

The firearms and accessories I sell may be new or used, and are usually acquired through estate liquidations. I visually inspect them and check basic operation only, and share what I know or find in the description and photos. They are not live test fired. I provide full disclosure on what I find, but can not be held responsible for what I may miss. 

It is your responsibility to have your  firearm inspected by a competant gunsmith before firing, shoot at your own risk. I am not a gunsmith. I do not warrantee these guns or any associated accessories, nor do I accept returns. They are, as is, where is, and all sales are final. On final purchase you have accepted full responsibility for the item.

E-transfer or cash only. S/H & insurance are extra. Tracking number will be provided. I require your full name, PAL #, date of birth and email address for licence verification for firearms and ammuntion. 

Thanks, 

Darcy

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