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Guns International #: 101928742
Seller's Inventory #: 217511
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Guns International #: 101928742
Category - Remington Rifles
- Antique Rifles - Cartridge
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16
State:
Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone:
(314) 707-7373
Int'l Phone:
314-707-7373
Platinum Seller
Active Listings: 1216
Total Listings: 35088
Seller Type: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Payment Methods: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Scarce U.S. Navy REMINGTON-LEE M1879 .45-70 GOVT Bolt Action MAGAZINE Rifle Antique and 1 of 300 NAVY CONTRACT Rifles
Description: Scarce U.S. Navy REMINGTON-LEE M1879 .45-70 GOVT Bolt Action MAGAZINE Rifle Antique and 1 of 300 NAVY CONTRACT Rifles Here we present a scarce antique U.S. Navy Remington-Lee Model 1879 Bolt Action Magazine Rifle, manufactured circa 1881 in Ilion, New York and chambered in .45-70 GOVT. This example is one of 300 Model 1879 Lee rifles designed by James Paris Lee, and manufactured under the first U.S. Navy contract, with deliveries completed by January of 1882. The Lee Arms Company was formed and patented in 1879 by Lee, and in 1880, the U.S. Navy contracted with Lee of Bridgeport, Connecticut for 300 full stock .45-70 caliber rifles of the patented type in 1879. The Lee Arms Company was formed and handed the actual manufacturing of the contract over to Sharps Rifle Company. But, when Sharps went bankrupt and closed its doors in October of 1880, it handed all of the unfinished receivers, parts, and tools over to Remington in 1881, who completed the guns for the Navy Contract. The barrel is marked “P/W.M.F./ANCHOR”, for Ordnance Inspector Lt. Commander William M. Folger, U.S. Navy. The magazine is the correct flat sided type with the rib for the cutoff device. Approximately 100,000 Lee magazine rifles were manufactured between 1880 and 1907. Arguably the most modern rifle in the world until the introduction of the 8mm smokeless powder using the Lebel Model 1886 rifle, the Lee utilized the first successful detachable box magazine, unlike the Lebel which still used a tube magazine. The overall condition is nearing fine. Original finish/patina. Excellent action. Bright, sharply rifled bore. The stock is solid with an average amount of wear. This example includes a period leather sling with a single tear at the brass hook. This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic. Barrel is 29-1/4 inches. Caliber: .45-70 GOVT Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING. Will need to be sent to your local FFL or C&R licensee. This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic. Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $5150 #217511 SOLD Antique: Yes |
Guns International #: 101928742
Seller's Inventory #: 217511
Guns International #: 101928742
Seller's Inventory #: 217511
Guns International #: 101928742
Seller's Inventory #: 217511
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