1898 mfg. Antique WINCHESTER M1892 Lever Action .32 WCF REPEATING RIFLE PISTOL CALIBER Pre-TURN OF THE CENTURY Rifle

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1898 mfg. Antique WINCHESTER M1892 Lever Action .32 WCF REPEATING RIFLE    

PISTOL CALIBER Pre-TURN OF THE CENTURY Rifle

Here we present an antique Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle chambered in .32-20 WCF, made in 1898 in New Haven, Connecticut. Another fantastic design from the mind of John Moses Browning, the 1892 was made to replace the venerable and iconic 1873 and featured its pistol caliber chamberings. The result was a trim and light rifle that was an immediate hit and stayed in production for almost 50 years. Many gun owners favored Winchester rifles for their ability to fire the same ammunition as their pistols, as is this example, meaning that a cowboy, trapper or stagecoach defender could take along his trust rifle and pistol sidearm with only one supply of ammo!

The Model 1892, like many other Winchester rifles, were popular when the television show “The Rifleman” premiered in 1958 starring Chuck Connors and producers tried to find gimmicks to distinguish one show from another. The Rifleman’s gimmick was a modified Winchester Model 1892 rifle, with a large ring lever drilled and tapped for a set screw. The lever design allowed him to cock the rifle by spinning it around his hand. In addition, the screw could be positioned to depress the trigger every time he worked the lever, allowing for rapid fire, emptying the magazine in under five seconds during the opening credits.

Per the Madis serial number data published by Winchester, this rifle was manufactured in 1898 and is legally an antique.

The overall condition is good. This example is refinished. Strong, crisp action. The bore has serviceable rifling, a light shimmer, and a mostly frosted appearance. Legible markings. The stock is solid throughout with an average amount of handling wear.

Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.

Barrel is 24 inches.

Caliber: .32-20 Winchester Center Fire

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$2000
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