Ulrich Engraved Winchester Model 1876 Rifle

Description:

Ulrich Engraved Winchester Model 1876 Rifle, c. 1881, serial number 22187, .45-60 caliber, walnut stock with checkered wrist and forend, receiver engraved with foliate designs and a deer, remnants of gilt finish, peep sight, octagonal barrel marked on the top "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING ARMS . NEW HAVEN. CT./KING'S-IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED-MARCH 29, 1866, OCTOBER 16, 1860," barrel lg. 28, overall lg. 48 1/2 in.

Provenance: The collection of David F. Post.
Estimate $4,000-6,000

A small sliver of wood missing on the butt where it meets the receiver tang, barrel is a plum color, and the gun functions properly. Bore is in good condition with some wear and light pitting.


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