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CONDITION: Very fine. The rifle retains 98% plus of the
professionally restored blue and 85% original casehardened finish.
There is some scattered, light pitting on the left barrel flat just
above the hand guard between the rear sight and the receiver.
The case colors on the top and sides of the frame,
lever and hammer are vivid. The casehardened
finish on the bottom of the frame and
lever has partially faded to a silver patina.
The period refinished steel buttplate has
a smooth, mottled gray patina remaining
with light pitting. The stock and forearm
remain in very fine condition with a coat
of protective oil applied, sharp checkering
and only scattered and very minor handling
and storage wear. All of the markings on the
barrel and receiver are crisp. Mechanically
excellent. This is an attractive example of a
very desirable Winchester Deluxe Model 1886
.50 Express Rifle.
Provenance: The Gateway Collection.
Estimate: 30,000 - 45,000
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