Fine Winchester Model 1894 Round Barrel .32-40, Made in 1898

An exceptional Winchester Round Barrel Model 1894 chambered in .32-40, made in 1898. Serial # 10180X indicates that frame was manufactured in early 1898.  Most Winchester Model 1894 rifles were made with octagonal barrels, so the few round barrel examples bring a premium. has a 25″ barrel — possibly special-ordered. This original pre-1899 antique Winchester has excellent bluing and just a few dings and scratches in the stock and forend. Has 98% original bluing on barrel and magazine, and 85% on the crescent buttplate.  The barrel markings are crisp, indicating that it was not re-blued. The color case-hardened receiver has mostly faded to an even blue-gray. The original adjustable buckhorn sight is in excellent condition. The bore has darkened, but it has just very light pitting and nice deep rifling. Antique Model 1894 rifles are rarely seen with round barrels, and in such fine condition.  The .32-40 chambering is also scarce and sought-after. (ENPL-365)