Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Lever Action .32-40 WCF Antique & Scope
SOLD FOR: $1,525.00
LSB#: WY241202MH042
Make: Winchester
Model: 1885 High Wall
Serial Number: 61113
Year of Manufacture: 1893 (Antique)
Caliber: .32-40 Winchester Center Fire (.32-40 WCF)
Action Type: Lever Action, Falling Block Single Shot
Markings: The lower tang is marked with a patent date “PAT. OCT. 7TH 79”. The lower tang is marked with the serial number “61113”.
Barrel Length: 30”
Sights / Optics: The rifle is equipped with a Tasco 6-24×40 scope with adjustable magnification. The glass is in good condition, showing signs of use and handling wear. The rifle appears to have been drilled and tapped for scope mounting.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The rifle has a two-piece walnut stock set with a straight grip and a Schnabel forend. The buttstock features a checkered steel buttplate, and the forend has a Schnabel tip. There are moderate handling marks, small nicks, and areas of finish wear, particularly on the wrist and forearm. The LOP measures approximately 13” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about good-very good overall condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: This rifle is a single-shot falling block design and does not utilize a magazine.
Type of Finish: Blued with case hardened receiver
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 8/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 85% of its original finish. The receiver shows traces of case coloring with areas of light patina forming. The barrel finish exhibits mild handling wear with light thinning near the muzzle with a patina throughtout. There are scattered small dings and scratches on the metal components. The screw heads are serviceable with minimal tooling wear. The markings remain sharp and legible. Overall, this rifle rates in very good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The falling block mechanism is smooth, and the hammer locks up properly. 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: This rifle is equipped with a Tasco 6-24×40 scope. No additional accessories or paperwork are included.
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 1885 High Wall is one of the most famous single-shot rifles of the 19th century, designed by John Browning and manufactured by Winchester. Its falling block action was one of the strongest of its time, making it highly favored among long-range shooters and hunters alike.
This particular example, chambered in .32-40 WCF, was widely used for target shooting and varmint hunting, a popular caliber in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Manufactured in 1893, this rifle qualifies as an Antique, meaning it can be owned and transferred without the need for federal paperwork in most jurisdictions.
With its Tasco 6-24×40 scope, this rifle is already set up for precision shooting. While not period-correct, the optic enhances its usability for modern target shooters. Whether you’re a collector of early Winchester firearms or a shooter looking for a classic single-shot rifle with excellent accuracy, this Model 1885 High Wall is a great find. Please see our High Quality photos and good luck on your bids.-C.M.
