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The top barrel flat is stamped with the two-line Winchester New Haven address ahead of the
rear sight and “50 EX” at the breech. The lower tang has the patent dates marking and the serial
number. The upper tang is marked “-MODEL 1886-.” The receiver has the desirable casehardened finish.
The XXX deluxe walnut forearm and pistol grip stock feature factory “H” style checkering. The pistol grip has
an hard rubber Winchester cap. The buttstock is fitted with a hard rubber Winchester shotgun buttplate. The left side
of the lower tang is marked “215 XXX.” The assembly number “215” is repeated on the stock inlet. Deluxe Winchester Model
1886 rifles chambered for .50 Express cartridges are rare and extremely desirable firearms.
CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. The barrel retains 90% original blue finish with thinning to brown on the balance. 95% original blue finish remains on the bolt. 75% original niter blue remains on the loading gate. The receiver retains 60% original case colors. The forend cap, hammer, and lever retain 70% original case colors. The wood is excellent with some minor dings and scratches and overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. A rare, highly attractive .50 Express Winchester Deluxe Model 1886 rifle with truly unique factory documented special order features that will entice even the most serious Winchester collector.
Estimate: 55,000 - 85,000
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