I recently came into possession of a 32 cal 1873 Winchester rifle with the end cap on the forend. Looks like a 24" bbl and marked 32 Cal on the elevator with a full length magazine. The serial is in the 260K range with a B on one end. The gun is complete and looks like it would be fireable if I had some BP 32 ammunition.
Besides general info, I am interested in the condition grades of these antique weapons. The gun is complete but all bluing has turned brown. The screws have been turned but the finish on both metal and wood is intact and looks as if the gun has not been tampered with as far as restoration. The action is smooth as silk and tight.
What have I got here?
Besides general info, I am interested in the condition grades of these antique weapons. The gun is complete but all bluing has turned brown. The screws have been turned but the finish on both metal and wood is intact and looks as if the gun has not been tampered with as far as restoration. The action is smooth as silk and tight.
What have I got here?