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January 27, 1992
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I acquired a very nice 1890 a few years ago that has one side of the receiver nearly pristine and the other side partially corroded. The gun was found by relatives of an elderly man, who had passed away, in his basement. The 1890, serial #100804 (ca. 1901), was in a canvas takedown case from that period. Inspection of the case revealed that it apparently had gotten blood on it and the blood, over time, had soaked through. Just be aware.
Roger B
June 5, 2015
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It is still a beautiful example of Winchester’s case colors. Nobody can reproduce these colors so, IMHO, don’t try to get it restored. I would pay going price for this second model 1890,minus a slight discount about $200, on the gun and canvas case. Just for general knowledge, what ammo is it chambered for?
Vince
Southern Oregon
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“There is but one answer to be made to the dynamite bomb and that can best be made by the Winchester rifle.”
Teddy Roosevelt
January 27, 1992
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Hi Vince,
Haven’t been watching the Forum, busy buying an other Winchester on line. Turns out I have apparently purchased another suppose to be (fake) Winchester. Bummer! At least I like the gun.
The 1890 is a W.R.F., my favorite 22 caliber. This one has excellent everything and now I am afraid to shoot it! I did try it out and with old factory ammo and CCI it shot fine. It seems that I have never come across a Winchester that didn’t shoot well. My lack of ability seems the only limitation.
Roger
June 5, 2015
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Blood does a job on gun metal. That’s why I dilute mine with alcohol.
WRF is a great cartridge. My 1890 is in WRF. I just wish it was more affordable.(and available)
Vince
Southern Oregon
NRA member
Fraternal Order of Eagles
“There is but one answer to be made to the dynamite bomb and that can best be made by the Winchester rifle.”
Teddy Roosevelt
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