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Category - Winchester Rifles - Model 1886 - Winchester Collectible Firearms

Category
Winchester Rifles - Model 1886
Winchester Collectible Firearms

Winchester Model 1886 45-70 BLANKS Line Throwing Gun. Ultra Rare!

Description:
Extremely unique and ultra rare Winchester 1886 Naval Life Line Throwing Rifle!
It uses 45-70 caliber blanks to propel a brass rod which has a specially coiled braided line attached, from inside of a securely mounted canister.
Fully lettered and documented S/N 154427 made in 1915.
Excellent, all original condition throughout, with no notable mars or corrosion anywhere. The unaltered finishes have some expected wear and light handling marks.
14 1/2" Barrel with an excellent, near mirror smoothbore.
All mechanical functions are crisp and flawless.
Special factory markings/stamps are all present and correct, including the verified underbarrel stampings.
Comes complete with a good copy of a Cody Firearms Museum letter of provenance, an original line winding apperatus in mint condition, various rods, and a wooden case.
Alaska has firm restrictions for shipping or receiving ammunition due to our detached location, but I will gladly provide contact information to the buyer to legally source the original 45-70 blanks that belong to this rifle.
A very rare opportunity to own an extremely unique and genuine Winchester!
The rifle, wooden case, and winder will be shipped in 3 separate boxes, so please add $200 for expedited and fully insured shipping from Alaska.


 

Price: $8,550.00

Curio/Relic: Yes