Winchester 1876 45-60 28” Octagonal Lever Action Rifle MFD 1881

SOLD FOR: $3,525.00

LSB#: WY240905SP037

Make: Winchester

Model: 1876

Serial Number: 17598

Year of Manufacture: 1881

Caliber: 45-60

Action Type: Lever action with magazine tube

Barrel Length: 28” Octagonal

Sights / Optics:  The front sight is a white beaded serrated blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a buckhorn elevator sight that is dovetailed to the rear of the barrel.

Stock Configuration & Condition:  The stocks are two-piece checkered walnut with capped forend, straight grip, straight comb and crescent steel buttplate with slide open compartment.  There are some scratches and a compression marks on the stocks.  There are no nicks, chips, or cracks.  The LOP measures 13.2″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate.  Overall, the stocks are in about Good condition.

Type of Finish: Bone Charcoal / Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright with well defined rifling.  There is no erosion in the bore.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 70% of its metal finish.   The balance of the finish shows rust freckling, patina, finish loss, and thinning.  There are scratches and scuffs throughout. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in Good condition.

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 standards.  Has lever safety.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None

Our Assessment:  Based on The Gun That  Won The West, the 1873, by far Winchester’s most successful run of repeating rifles, the 1876 was created for the purpose of Big Game Hunting.  Chambered in more powerful cartridges with a heavier frame, the 1876 would prove to be a favorite rifle in the hands of none other than Teddy Roosevelt in his early expeditions.     Please see our photos, specs below, and good luck!   C.M.

Winchester 1876 45-60 28” Octagonal Lever Action Rifle MFD 1881
Winchester 1876 45-60 28” Octagonal Lever Action Rifle MFD 1881