Winchester 1885 Limited Series Traditional Hunter 45-70 Govt 28″ Rifle 2009
Sold For: $1792
LSB#: 201016MA91
Make: Winchester, Made by Miroku in Japan
Model: 1885 Limited Series Traditional Hunter
Serial Number: 00008MN85A
Year of Manufacture: 2009 (MN date code)
Caliber: .45-70 Govt.
Action Type: Lever Actuated Falling Block Single Shot
Markings: The left shoulder of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER 1885 LIMTED SERIES TRADITIONAL HUNTER — Caliber .45-70 Govt. ONLY”. The right shoulder of the barrel is marked “Made by Miroku – Japan — Imported by BACO, Inc. – Morgan, Utah / Winchester is a registered trademark of Olin Corporation”. The top of the barrel at the rear and the top of the chamber ring each have an ovalled “WP” proof. The right of the receiver is marked with the serial number at the bottom-rear.
Barrel Length: 28″ Octagonal
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated brass beaded blade dovetailed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a “U”-notch semi-buckhorn leaf and elevator sight dovetailed to the rear of the barrel. The rear of the barrel and the chamber ring each have a pair of drilled, tapped and filled holes for mounting a scope (none included). The top tang is drilled and tapped with a folding peep sight installed, adjustable for windage and elevation.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered walnut with schnabel forend, straight grip, straight comb, sling studs front & rear, and crescent steel buttplate. The stocks have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 1/4″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The plate has no notable wear or damage. Overall, the stocks are in 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 but there are some machining marks.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is no notable wear or damage, only minor handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action works correctly. The hammer has a safety notch. 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: Included is a serial matching box, box sleeve, and the manual. The box and sleeve have some edge wear, little scuffs through the finish, a few punctures, and a couple creases. The box has a split corner. The sleeve has heavier wear than the box and both rate in about Very Good condition.