Sale 1351
Estimate$800 – $1,200
.32-20 WCF. 24" round barrel length. SN: 176929 (Mfg. ca.1885). Reapplied blued metal finish, with nickel plated buttplate, sling swivels, and forend cap. Refurbished two piece walnut stock has a plain straight grip and forearm. Lever action rifle with a Marble's adjustable notch rear sight and Marble's No.2 blade front sight. Item features a full tube magazine, double sling swivels, and dust cover with integrated frame rail. Stock has the initials RJ carved to left of grip, possibly filled with resin.
Good as refinished. Bore is frosty with residue and pitting to rifling. Finish has scattered small clusters of pitting overall, with some light scratches. Wood stock is in good condition, with some scattered light scratches, slight gapping around tangs, and proud metal overall. Action is functional.
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