309 of 500 Winchester Limited Series Model 1892 .38-40 WCF 20" Lever Action Rifle & Box, 2003
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 1892 rifle and carbine replaced the toggle link action of Winchester's Model 1873 with a breechblock locked with two rectangular locking bolts that made it much stronger and suitable for the higher pressures of smokeless powder. It was designed by John Browning and was sort of a scaled-down Model 1886 rifle, the first he designed for Winchester. The Model 1892 rifle was popular with ranchers and later was the rifle of choice for Western movies and TV shows, John Wayne used both M1892 rifles and carbines in many of his Western movies. The M1892 rifles again became popular in the 1980s with the advent of Cowboy Action shooting, as they were smooth and dependable. This a Model 1892 Limited Series 1 of 500, made in 2003 and chambered in .38-40 Winchester. This one has hardly any signs of use and is in excellent condition. Please see our photos and good luck with your bidding!
Make: Winchester
Model: Model 1892
Serial Number: 00309MX92F
Year of Manufacture: 2003
Caliber: .38-40 WCF
Action Type: Lever Action
Markings: Standard Winchester Model 1892 Markings
Barrel Length: 20"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a replacement blade with a red fiber optic insert. The rear sight is a replacement U shaped notch elevator sight. A tang aperture sight has been installed.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two piece smooth wood. There are a couple of compressions, mostly on the right side of the comb. The LOP measures 13" from the front of the trigger to the back of the steel butt plate. The stocks rate in about Fine Plus to excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion and for the age, the bore rates a 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. There are a few light marks, some through the finish. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: A serial matching box, sleeve, shipping box and the certificate of authenticity are included. The original sights and additional eyepieces for the tang sight are included.
CA LEGALITY: CA DEALER Transferable: YES, CA PPT: NO.
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