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WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 “22 LONG” CALIBER RIFLE.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,600.00 USD Estimated At:3,200.00 - 3,700.00 USD
WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 “22 LONG” CALIBER RIFLE.

Cal. 22 Long. S# 272020B. Bbl. 24" rnd. bbl., 2 line Winchester address & “22 LONG” stamped at breech behind adj. buckhorn rear sight. Standard 3rd model configuration w/ integral machined guide rail for dust cover, full mag., blued finish, straight grain walnut stock. Based on S# rifle dates from the late 1880s. 22 Cal. 73s are typically worn out & this is a fine survivor retaining original finish & good markings. CONDITION: very good overall. Bbl. is overall plum/brown patina w/ strong traces of bright blue in protected areas. Frame retains about 30% thinning bright blue, overall plum/blue patina w/ pitting especially on right sides & top. Stocks are sound, well fit w/ old varnished finish & numerous sm. nicks, dings & scratches. Mechanically fine w/ shiny bore. (01-20107/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,200-3,700.