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Extraordinary, Newly Discovered Documented, Factory Exhibition Relief Game Scene Engraved, Gold Inlaid and Plated Winchester Deluxe Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter - Serial no. 33691, 44-40 WCF cal., 24 inch octagon bbl., blue/ gold finish, walnut stock. Winchester’s lever action rifles, especially the Model 1873, remain among the most iconic and collectible American firearms of all
time. Rock Island Auction Company is privileged
and proud to offer to the public this grand work of documented late 19th century Winchester artistry that is worthy of the most advanced public or private collection. The accompanying factory letter confirms the octagon barrel, set trigger, factory engraving (including the barrel engraving and inlay) at an extra cost of $24.00, and gold plating.
