Image Lot Price Description

1276
$2,875.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. SN 118986. 38-55 Cal. 30” oct bbl. Made after 1912. This special order rifle is equipped with a number 4 bbl and widely spaced double set triggers. The 2-line marking is on the left quarter flat of the bbl, along with the cal. marking. The Winchester proof marks are on top of the bbl and receiver. The 3-line trademark is on the upper tang. Crescent buttplate. The blade front sight has a copper bead. The rear sight has a flat top with a tiny notch. CONDITION: Fine. 85% of blue on the bbl, 75% on the action and 40% casehardening colors on the long lever, all mixed with light pitting. A repair at the toe of the buttstock which has been refinished. Forearm is smooth but has lost most of its varnish. Mechanically fine. Goforth Collection 4-60602 FS757 (2,500-3,500)


Auction: Firearms - Fall 2006
Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.