Browning Model 1885 High Wall .45-70 Gov’t 28” Falling Block Single Shot
SOLD FOR: $1,149.00
LSB#: LSB250520NP021
Make: Browning, Made by Miroku of Japan
Model: 1885 High Wall
Serial Number: 02209NW247
Year of Manufacture: 1994 (NW date code)
Caliber: .45-70 Gov’t
Action Type: Lever Actuated Falling Block Single Shot
Markings: The left shoulder of the barrel is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q. / MADE IN JAPAN”, the right shoulder is marked “BROWNING MODEL 1885 CALIBER 45-70 GOVT”. The right of the receiver is marked with the serial number at the bottom-rear. The trigger guard has a Browning Buck Mark logo.
Barrel Length: 28” Octagonal
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade set between a base dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a u notch elevator semi-buckhorn sight dovetailed to the barrel. The top of the barrel has two drilled and tapped holes behind the rear sight. The top of the receiver has a pair of drilled and tapped holes.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered select walnut with schnabel forend, straight grip, fluted straight comb, and checkered Browning rubber buttpad. The stocks have only a few scattered minor nicks and scuffs. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. Overall, the stocks are in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The sling swivels still have the original paper tags on them. There is no notable wear or damage. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action works correctly. The trigger breaks crisply and the lever locks-up solidly. We have not fired 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 Browning Model 1885 High Wall rifle chambered in .45-70 Government, manufactured in 1994. Built as a modern tribute to John Browning’s original 19th-century single-shot design. It sports a 28-inch octagonal barrel with a deep blued finish, paired with a finely grained walnut stock featuring cut checkering, a straight grip, and a Schnabel forend. Well-suited for big game hunting or nostalgic target shooting, this rifle offers timeless appeal and potent performance in one of America’s most enduring calibers. Make sure to inspect our detailed pictures to get a better idea of the firearm. -C.R.
