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CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. The rifle is all original and retains 75% of the blue
and 80% casehardened finish. The blue finish on the top of the barrel is thin and has
traces of plum-colored aged patina. The barrel legend, proofmarks and caliber markings
are clear. The dust cover and loading gate have 95% of the blue finish, and the dust cover
markings are sharp. The receiver retains 95% of the original fiery case colors with minimal handling wear. The case colors on the forearm cap, hammer, trigger and lever show minimal wear. The finish
on the buttplate is worn, and the buttplate has a dove-gray patina with traces of light pitting. The stock and forearm are excellent overall. The forearm shows slightly more wear than the stock with
a few minor handling marks. The stock has several light dents and blemishes on the lower left side between the pistol grip and the buttplate. The checkering on both the forearm and pistol grip remains in excellent condition with only light handling wear. The stock and forearm retain nearly 95% of the original high polish piano finish. This is an exceptional example of a scarce and very desirable deluxe Winchester Model 1876 Express rifle with 22 inch barrel manufactured for the British market.
Estimate: 50,000 - 65,000
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