WINCHESTER 1866 3RD MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE

Fall 2025 Premier Firearms & Militaria Auction

October 30th, 31st, November 1st, & 2nd, 2025
This auction will feature an outstanding collection of items spanning multiple categories including Modern, Military, Sporting, & Antique firearms & militaria! Below is just a small grouping of select highlights from the massive offering to be featured in this upcoming sale!

WINCHESTER 1866 3RD MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE

01-27051
Cal. 44 HRF
S# 121323

Bbl. 24″ octagon. Blade front sight w/ graduated leaf rear sight. Full length mag. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ brass trapdoor crescent buttplate. Brass forearm cap & toeline of stock are fitted w/ sling swivels. 1874 manufacture. CONDITION: bbl. & mag. tube blue has largely faded to brown, showing edge & carry wear. Brass receiver shows a pleasing light patina w/ scratches & handling marks. Forearm is sanded & refinished. Unsanded stock has worn finish w/ dents, scratches & marks. Bore has slightly darkened appearance w/ pitting, retaining largely intact rifling.

STATUS: ANTIQUE