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LOT 1005
Special Order Factory Engraved Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter - Serial no. 250193B, 44-40 WCF cal., 20 inch octagon bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut stock.
The included factory letter lists this rifle in .44 caliber with an octagon barrel, set trigger, checkered stock, Beach front sight and Model 1876
sporting leaf rear sight, casehardened finish, sling and swivels, and $2.00 engraving. It was received in the warehouse on September 24, 1887, and shipped the following day in order 21652. The rifle features a shortened 20
inch barrel (not documented in the factory record), Ulrich pattern scroll engraving and double line borders on the frame and furniture along with a running buck scene on the left, a gilt Beach combination globe and blade front sight, the two-line address and King’s patent marking, “1873” marked notch and folding ladder rear sight, “44 W.C.F.” on top at the breech, third
model dust cover with integral guide rail on the frame, “44 CAL.” on the bottom of the cartridge elevator, adjustable single set trigger, “MODEL. 1873.” on the upper tang with foliate accents, the serial number and “B” on the lower tang, checkered forearm and straight wrist stock, sling swivel on the buttstock (front swivel absent), steel
rifle buttplate, and empty stock compartment. CONDITION: Very good with 30% faded original blue finish, 25% original nitre blue on the loading gate, strong original case colors in the protected areas, gray and brown patina on the balance, moderate oxidation mainly on the buttplate, and general mild overall wear. The forend is also very good and has distinct checkering and mild wear. The refinished and repaired buttstock is fair with a spliced break in the wrist, small chips, and minor scratches and dings. Mechanically fine. Estimate: 9,500 - 16,000
LOT 1006
Desirable Framed Winchester Repeating Arms Co. Henry R. Poore “Bear Dogs” Advertising Print - Winchester is one of a handful of firearms manufacturing firms that were known for their attention-grabbing advertisements through the 19th century and into the early 20th century. This print was used in a variety of Winchester advertisements and depicts a barn setting with white “bear dogs” in the foreground and two large brown dogs that may be bloodhounds in the background. These dogs were reportedly part of the Winchester family hunting pack. The lower left corner
is signed by the artist “H. R. Poore/Philadelphia”. It is fitted in a custom, vintage
hardwood frame which measures 32 1/8 x 41 5/8 inches overall. The frame and print
appear to have been mated for some time.
CONDITION: Very good, the print itself showing the attractive mellow original color and a very distinct image with minimal fading, a few minor creases/cracks, some discreet former mounting holes in each corner, and a slight warp/wave. The frame is fine with some mild handling/storage wear and the backing partially detached. These prints make an excellent display piece for an office
or gun room!
Estimate: 3,000 - 4,500
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