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LOT 3046
Exceptional Russian Contract Winchester Model 1895 Lever Action Musket - Serial no. 350423, 7.62 mm Russian cal., 28 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. This is one of the approximately 294,000 Model 1895 Muskets sold to the Imperial Russian Government between 1915 and 1916. These muskets were similar to the standard musket, but with a stripper clip guide mounted on top of the receiver, chambered for the 7.62 Russian Nagant cartridge, and bayonet lug. This example was manufactured in 1916. The top of the chamber has the Winchester factory proof over “7.62/M.M.”, upper tang has the three-line model/ trademark information, and the left side of the receiver has the two-line address/patent marking.
The right side of the receiver and buttstock are marked with a Russian inspection stamp. Pinned blade front sight, ladder rear sight graduated to 3,200 meters, full length finger groove forearm, upper handguard and carbine
buttplate with compartment (bore brush not included). The buttstock is fitted with a quick release sling swivel. These Russian contract muskets are generally encountered in rough shape with this example being in well above average condition.
CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 70% plus original blue finish with smooth brown patina on the balance. The Russian inspector markings are
clear. The wood is also very fine with a stress line at the upper tang, a few minor compression marks and some minor handling marks. Mechanically
excellent. A truly exceptional Russian contract Winchester Model 1895 Musket. Estimate: 5,000 - 7,500
on the frame behind the trigger, an Arabic inscription on the left side plate and another on the buttplate, musket forearm and buttstock with an unclear cartouche on the left near
the heel, and a modern russet leather sling. The side plate’s inscription appears to translate to “A gift from the Saudi Arabian Army to Commander Roy Roberts. Tabuk.” The buttplate inscription’s meaning is unclear. This may related to U.S. Sergeant Roy Roberts who participated in Operation Desert Storm. There was also Lt. Colonel Roy Austin Roberts (1933-2021) who
served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1976 and is noted as having been stationed in Saudi Arabia. CONDITION: Very good with 20% original blue finish, strong original case colors on the hammer, smooth gray and brown patina on the balance of the iron, attractive age darkened patina on
the frame and buttplate, and general mild wear. The stock and forearm are fair and have heavier wear consisting mainly of extensive dents, gouges, and deep scrapes. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 3,000 - 5,000
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LOT 3047
Arabic Inscribed Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Musket -
Serial no. 123169, 44 Henry RF cal., 27 inch round bbl., blue/bright finish, walnut stock. Manufactured in 1874 and featuring a barley corn front sight that doubles as the lug for a socket bayonet (not included). standard two-line address and King’s patent marking on top of the barrel, notch and folding ladder rear sight graduated out to 900 yards on the ladder, “S” on top of the barrel at the breech, the serial number
LOT 3048
Winchester Model 1895 Lever Action Three Barrel Set Takedown Rifle with Case - Serial no. 81701, 303 British cal., 28 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. Manufactured in 1913. The rifle is fitted with a pinned blade front with gold insert and an elevation adjustable rear sight on a barrel with the nickel steel marking and “303 BRITISH” on the left side. The .303 British caliber was added to the Model 1895 line in 1898 and is rare compared to the more common Russian and American calibers. A Winchester factory oval proof is stamped on the receiver, and the barrel lacks this proof. The receiver has the standard Winchester legend, and the upper tang has the three-line model/trademark information. Mounted with plain walnut forearm and straight grip stock. The stock is fitted with a checkered steel shotgun buttplate. Includes two extra barrels: a period custom made 24 inch barrel in .405 WCF (lacks a Winchester factory oval proof) and 24 inch barrel in .35 WCF (Winchester factory oval proof present). The leather bound takedown case with the initials “J.E.S.” embossed on the exterior holds the entire set and contains a box of Winchester .303 British cartridges (20/20), a box of Winchester .35 WCF cartridges (20/20), a box of Winchester .405 WCF cartridges (20/20), oiler, cleaning rod, powder measure, tool, two small containers, and tin of Young’s 303 cleaner. CONDITION: Very good. The barrel retains 60% period refurbished blue finish and the remaining surfaces retain 40% original blue finish with smooth brown-gray patina on the balance and touch up blue on the takedown collar. The refinished forearm is very good with limited handling marks. The buttstock is fine with a small chip at the upper tang and some minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The .405 WCF barrel is refinished, retains nearly all of the blue, and has minimal handling marks. The .35 WCF barrel retains 95% original blue finish and has minor handling marks on the forearm. The case is very fine. Estimate: 3,000 - 5,000