Winchester Model 1892 92 Carbine 20” .32-20 WCF Lever Action Rifle 1920 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,485.00
LSB#: WY250319DS068
Make: Winchester Repeating Arms
Model: 1892 Carbine
Serial Number: 903700
Year of Manufacture: 1920
Caliber: .32-20 Winchester
Action Type: Lever Action, Tubular Magazine Fed
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. / NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A. PATENTED OCTOBER 14. 1884” and “32 W.C.F.”. The top of the barrel and receiver are marked with Winchester WP proofs. The top tang is marked “MODEL 92 / -WINCHESTER- / TRADE MARK REG.U.S.PAT. OFF&FGN.”. The bottom of the receiver is marked with the serial number.
Barrel Length: 20”, Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade pinned in a slotted base fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a ladder sight dovetailed to the barrel. The top tang is drilled, tapped, and filled for a tang sight (none present).
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are 2-piece smooth walnut with banded forend, straight grip, straight comb and steel carbine-style buttplate. The stocks have several scattered nicks, scuffs and scratches with a few more notable dings. The LOP measures 12 3/4? from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The plate has gone to a moderate patina with scattered spots of surface erosion at the heel and toe. Overall, the stocks are in about Good condition as refinished.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is well defined. There is erosion throughout the length of the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 6/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 70% of its metal finish.There is finish loss at the ends of the barrel and magtube. There are scratches, scuffs, and small nicks throughout. The action shows operational wear. There are a few dings on the mag tube. The left side of the receiver has saddle ring wear. The screw heads range from sharp to disfigured with usable slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The hammer has a half-cock safety position. The trigger is crisp. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: This is a Winchester Model 1892 Saddle Ring Carbine made in 1920 and chambered in .32-20 Winchester. This vintage rifle has seen nearly all of the 20th Century and will still make a nice addition to a collection in the 21st. The .32-20 is still a very viable small game, fur bearing, and trapping cartridge. This 1892 carbine will make a great addition to a Winchester collection missing an 1892 and may also be a good candidate for restoration. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – L.S.
