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Lot 40: Winchester 55 Rifle 30 WCF

Scarce Winchester Model 55 Takedown Lever Action Rifle with Two Digit Serial Number

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2012

Lot 40: Winchester 55 Rifle 30 WCF

Scarce Winchester Model 55 Takedown Lever Action Rifle with Two Digit Serial Number

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,500

Scarce Winchester Model 55 Takedown Lever Action Rifle with Two Digit Serial Number

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 55
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30 WCF
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 10568
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 15
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

This is an example of a Winchester Model 55 Takedown Rifle manufactured during the first year of production (1924). The left side of the barrel has the Winchester model/trademark/nickel steel legend followed by "30 W.C.F." and the right side has the two line address, with the factory proof on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech. The upper tang has the three line trademark information and the underside of the frame has the two digit serial number (80). Half magazine with the June 6, 1893 patent date on the takedown latch, beaded blade front and sporting type rear sights. Smooth forearm and straight grip stock with steel forend cap and serrated steel buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as period refinished. The rifle retains 95% dull blue finish remaining showing some thinning to a brown. The wood is very fine with a few minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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