…that the original A-code fit i.e., the Marlin 336. Those intended for other model guns also have the designation code included, e.g., 66WB (1886). The new 66A(LA) looks very similar to the original 66 (A coded) except for different sighting-in adjustment knobs and having a purple-ish
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TXGunNut said
Jeremy-
Pics or it didn’t happen!
Mike
Here you go, Mike...I didn't want to create a new thread...
1886 pics
I think you did very well for $2,250. How's the bore?
Thanks! Yes, much better than GB on this one! The bore just looked
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TXGunNut said
Jeremy-
Pics or it didn’t happen!
Mike
Here you go, Mike...I didn't want to create a new thread...
1886 pics
I think you did very well for $2,250. How's the bore?
Thanks! Yes, much better than GB on this one! The bore just looked
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TXGunNut said
Jeremy-
Pics or it didn’t happen!
Mike
Here you go, Mike...I didn't want to create a new thread...
1886 pics
I think you did very well for $2,250. How's the bore?
…TXGunNut said
Jeremy-
Pics or it didn’t happen!
Mike
Here you go, Mike...I didn't want to create a new thread...
1886 pics
…otherwise a standard ELW Rifle. The ¾ magazine length is the least common of the optional lengths. Thus far, I have documented just (15) Model 1886 rifles with a ¾ mag.
Bert
I stand corrected. Thank you!
…otherwise a standard ELW Rifle. The ¾ magazine length is the least common of the optional lengths. Thus far, I have documented just (15) Model 1886 rifles with a ¾ mag.
Bert
…s an 86 about same condition, same cal. that just ended on proxibid for $2300+ 25% =2875, 1/3 of gun on GB Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle | Proxibid
…does the forum think of this rifle?
https://live.amoskeagauction.com/lot-details/index/catalog/114/lot/77674/Fine-Winchester-Model-1886-Lightweight-Takedown-Rifle?url=%2Fauctions%2Fcatalog%2Fid%2F114%3Fpage%3D1%26view%3Dlist%26catm%3D2%26order%3Dorder_num%26xclosed%3D0%26featured…
…3D0%26key%3DWinchester%2B1886
I like it! I was sorely tempted today, except it went for more than I was willing to bid, plus being post 1898, you have to deal with the FFL
…. That ratcheted up the price to at least $5,000 more than that rifle was worth, in my estimation.
Where were those two bidders when I sold my 1886 in 40-82 a few years back? The one I sold had a factory set trigger and a really nice bore, and went for A LOT LESS than the rifle that just sold
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The original caliber of the barrel will be marked on the bottom under the forearm. The serial number on a 1886 is on the lower tang and from the pictures it's fit to the receiver is poor. Maybe just the picture? The lower tang would have been machined in the
… The original caliber of the barrel will be marked on the bottom under the forearm. The serial number on a 1886 is on the lower tang and from the pictures it's fit to the receiver is poor. Maybe just the picture? The lower tang would have been machined in the
…am currently in possession of a family heirloom that has recently began to cause me some concern. 1886 26" Octagon in 40-65. It was my great Grandfather's until his death in 1976. Passed down to my Grandfather until his death 2015 (not sure if he…
…grandfather hunting deer with this rifle but I always remember it being a 45-90 WCF. So my question is, how common was it to swap out barrels on 1886 rifles? Maybe I am just mis-remembering the details from those old hunting stories.
…I finally got a hold of some 45-90 brass, and am looking to load for my 1886. I have a lyman 300 gr bullet mould that was what was used in the original bp factory loadings, as well as an original Winchester loading tool,
…Paul,
Based on what I can see of your Model 1886 rifle in the pictures you posted, it is a "brown" gun. On the plus side, it is a 38-70 WCF. It would help to see better pictures that show the
…for evaluation on this 1886 38-70. Does have 26 in barrel, correct sights I think, wood not sanded. Bore is shiny, but rifling is thin. What’s it worth? Paul.
…glad to get it, We started out at $1750.00 and it took 2 1/2 days to get to an agreeable price,and a handshake, at $1300.00. I also purchased a 1886 1st. model s.r.c. from Him several years back, He offered to buy it back from Me for more than I paid Him for it, a year or so later. I, like
…I identified.
The rifle that had the lowest percentage, meaning the difference between what it sold for and what Don valued it at, was the 1886 rifle. I don’t know how Don represented it, but Ward’s clearly stated it was restored.
I think my point is, ultimately, when it comes to this…
…hobby, I enjoy it. I don’t, however, enjoy getting gouged!
Regarding that 1886, in addition to the restore, Ward's is defending the caliber designation mentioned in the letter as a ledger error, etc. However, aren't those
…I identified.
The rifle that had the lowest percentage, meaning the difference between what it sold for and what Don valued it at, was the 1886 rifle. I don’t know how Don represented it, but Ward’s clearly stated it was restored.
I think my point is, ultimately, when it comes to this
…($14,046.72) vs $15,900. 88.34%
Lot 4011, a 1866 SRC, No 14412. $19047 ($22,475.46 vs $29000. 77.50%.
Lot 4019, a Winchester 1886 Rifle, No 57985. $4305 ($5079.90) vs $15000. 33.87%
Lot 4022, .38-40 Model 1892 rifle, No 531759. $4725 ($5575.50) vs $9900.
…($14,046.72) vs $15,900. 88.34%
Lot 4011, a 1866 SRC, No 14412. $19047 ($22,475.46 vs $29000. 77.50%.
Lot 4019, a Winchester 1886 Rifle, No 57985. $4305 ($5079.90) vs $15000. 33.87%
Lot 4022, .38-40 Model 1892 rifle, No 531759. $4725 ($5575.50) vs $9900.
…($14,046.72) vs $15,900. 88.34%
Lot 4011, a 1866 SRC, No 14412. $19047 ($22,475.46 vs $29000. 77.50%.
Lot 4019, a Winchester 1886 Rifle, No 57985. $4305 ($5079.90) vs $15000. 33.87%
Lot 4022, .38-40 Model 1892 rifle, No 531759. $4725 ($5575.50) vs $9900.
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Your M1886 is such an unusually featured rifle (particularly the sights) that if any of us had run across on in our histories, I think we would recall it.
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steve004 said
I'm not surprised that eight customers had enough influence to convince Winchester to produce case colored takedown M1886 for them. After all, all of these eight rifles were made during the period that Winchester was producing case hardened M1886 solid frame rifles. …
…is not in the madl book I have. The specific rifle in question is not currently in my collection. That said I do have plenty of fancy case hardened 1886 I will have to share one day. It is my favorite model and I spend a lot of time having fun researching them. That is a wonderful 1886 you posted a
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steve004 said
I'm not surprised that eight customers had enough influence to convince Winchester to produce case colored takedown M1886 for them. After all, all of these eight rifles were made during the period that Winchester was producing case hardened M1886 solid frame rifles. …
…is not in the madl book I have. The specific rifle in question is not currently in my collection. That said I do have plenty of fancy case hardened 1886 I will have to share one day. It is my favorite model and I spend a lot of time having fun researching them. That is a wonderful 1886 you posted a…
…belonged to the same family - they were obviously special order guns. I would sure like to find one or both of the other guns.
Fabulous 1886 Burt. This is the stuff I like ! thank you for sharing.
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steve004 said
I'm not surprised that eight customers had enough influence to convince Winchester to produce case colored takedown M1886 for them. After all, all of these eight rifles were made during the period that Winchester was producing case hardened M1886 solid frame rifles. …
…is not in the madl book I have. The specific rifle in question is not currently in my collection. That said I do have plenty of fancy case hardened 1886 I will have to share one day. It is my favorite model and I spend a lot of time having fun researching them. That is a wonderful 1886 you posted a
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steve004 said
I'm not surprised that eight customers had enough influence to convince Winchester to produce case colored takedown M1886 for them. After all, all of these eight rifles were made during the period that Winchester was producing case hardened M1886 solid frame rifles. …
…is not in the madl book I have. The specific rifle in question is not currently in my collection. That said I do have plenty of fancy case hardened 1886 I will have to share one day. It is my favorite model and I spend a lot of time having fun researching them. That is a wonderful 1886 you posted a
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steve004 said
I'm not surprised that eight customers had enough influence to convince Winchester to produce case colored takedown M1886 for them. After all, all of these eight rifles were made during the period that Winchester was producing case hardened M1886 solid frame rifles. …
…is not in the madl book I have. The specific rifle in question is not currently in my collection. That said I do have plenty of fancy case hardened 1886 I will have to share one day. It is my favorite model and I spend a lot of time having fun researching them. That is a wonderful 1886 you posted a
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I'm not surprised that eight customers had enough influence to convince Winchester to produce case colored takedown M1886 for them. After all, all of these eight rifles were made during the period that Winchester was producing case hardened M1886 solid frame rifles.
…can't add much here , but I think that from the pictures it is an original C style carved 1886. In fact I was so enamored by it I requested more detailed up close pictures of it. I will agree the finish of the metal appeared more worn than