A 19th Century US Winchester Model 1886 Repeating Rifle, in 50-110 Express Obsolete Calibre.
Stock Number: 50250
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Offered for Sale is an Antique example, in excellent original condition, of this very famous US Western, Model 1886 Repeating Rifle. It has a classic format, with a 26" Octagonal barrel, and a full length tubular magazine. Both are to a plumb gray smooth patina, with no blemishes, and a very clear Winchester Address stamped to the top flat. The caliber .50 EX is stamped to the rear top of the barrel. This indicates 50-110, which is the largest calibre of this particular model.
Period
1891
Dimensions
See Text
Geographical area
North America
Description
Offered for Sale is an Antique example, in excellent original condition, of this very famous US Model 1886 Western Repeating Rifle It has a classic format, with a 26″ Octagonal barrel, and a full length tubular magazine. Both are to a plumb gray smooth patina, with no blemishes, and a very clear Winchester Address stamped to the top flat. The caliber .50 EX is stamped to the rear top of the barrel. This indicates 50-110, which is the largest calibre of this particular model.
There is a standard buckhorn rear sight, and adjustable foresight.
The rifled bore is of a high grade, with only salt & pepper minor stains.
The receiver, forecap, buttcap, and under lever, are all in very good condition, now to a grey/silver patina of age, with no pitting or obvious blemishes. .
There is a quality 2 piece, original walnut stock, with only very minor dings of age and wear, now to a fine grained patina of age. It has a flat butt cap, instead of the more usual curved shape. This is to absorb the much greater recoil that this large calibre would produce, when fired.
All patents, and Model stampings are clear … the serial number is # 61880 C1891.
The action is strong and firm.
This is one of the most classic Winchester Rifles made, and was very popular with Frontiersmen, and also for game hunting, especially in the USA and Africa.
The Model 1886 was manufactured between 1886 and 1922, with a total number of C159000 in many calibres.
It is now getting more and more difficult to find decent Winchester Rifles, such as is this one, especially in this particular large calibre.
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Dealer information
Millais Antiques
I have dealt in Antique Arms and Armour for about 35 years, and my interest began as a school boy during the 2nd WW.
After leaving my home town of Leicester, I went to University, and qualified as a Dental Surgeon at Guys Hospital in 1961 .
My main interests are British and North American Arms of the 18th, 19th,and early 20th Century, plus a few Continental items.
It was 14 years ago that I retired from Dentistry. However, I have continued running my Antiques business, initially while still in practice, and now make most of my sales online, but still exhibit at a number of specialized Antique Arms and Militaria Fairs eg .. Bisley, Bristol, and also at the IACF Fairs, at Ardingly, Sussex.
I also deal in Period Scientific Instruments, mainly of a military association, and have a full listing on www.fleaglass.com.
