Pre 64 Winchester Model 1892 .32 -20 22” Barrel Lever Action Rifle C&R 1905

SOLD FOR: $1,325.00

LSB#: WY241009DM004

Make: Winchester

Model: 1892

Serial Number: 364663

Year of Manufacture: 1905

Caliber: .32 Winchester Center Fire

Action Type: Lever Action fed by Internal Tube Magazine

Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO / NEW HAVEN CONN U.S.A. PATENTED OCTOBER 14 1884” The barrel has been restamped to say 32-20 but was originally stamped 25-20, as well as a Winchester proof mark. The top of the receiver is marked with a Winchester proof mark. The bottom of the receiver is marked “364663” The top tang is marked “MODEL 1892 WINCHESTER TRADE MARK”

Barrel Length: 22” Half Octagon

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed into the top of the barrel. The rear sight is a buckhorn elevator sight.

Stock Configuration & Condition: 2 piece walnut stock, straight comb, steel buttplate, smooth straight grip, and a smooth fore end. The LOP is 12.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The magazine tube had been shortened. There are scratches and compression marks on the stock and fore end. There is a large chip on the right side of the grip, and a large chip in the bottom of the buttstock. The stock rates in Good condition.

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright. The rifle is defined. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.

Overall Condition:  This rifle retains about 70% of its metal finish. The finish is thinning on the receiver and lever. There are scratches on the receiver and barrel. The screwheads are tooled with serviceable slots, the markings are clear. This rifle rates Very Good overall condition for a C&R

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle.  As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None

Our Assessment: This Winchester Model 1892 has been rechambered to the 32-20 Winchester Center fire cartridge, and the magazine tube has been shortened. This rifle features a half Octagon barrel making it a really cool variation in the Winchester 1892 lineup. This rifle has some battle scars from its 119 year life but is still in Very good condition. This rifle will be fantastic in a Winchester collection. Good luck on your bid! M.C.