Winchester Model 1886 Rifle.

WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 RIFLE.
United States, 19th century, manufactured in 1892.
Steel and wood
Overall length: 114.5 cm – Barrel length: 26 inches

Round barrel with rifled bore, marked on the top “MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS.” CO. NEW HAVEN CONN. U.S.A. Finished by L. CHOBERT, gunsmith, 16 rue Lafayette. The caliber is also indicated: 40/82. Original bronze finish on the barrel and magazine. Adjustable front sight and rear sight.
Caliber 40/82 WCF, 9-shot.
The breech block is marked MODEL 1886.
Breech block with 40% marbled finish; marked PATENT OCT 14, 1884–JAN 20, 1885 and serial number 71990
Wooden stock, beautifully marbled, with original varnish, steel butt plate.

This rifle is in very good condition. The interior of the barrel is in perfect condition.
Mechanics are in perfect working order; screw heads are unmarked.

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Ref.: 7533

This collector’s firearm is classified as a Category D collector’s firearm under Article L311-2 of the Internal Security Code. Its purchase and possession are unrestricted. Please note that its sale to minors is prohibited.