Has anyone ever seen this particular tang inscription? I’ve never seen it mentioned or pictured in any reference material.
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July 17, 2012

Hi Rustyjack,
No, I have never seen a first model with the full 1888 date (complete year) on the tang. What is the serial number, is it very early?
I am intrigued……
Best Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
This was part of an eBay auction. The serial number was 3306 stamped on the lower tang.
I have serial number 3192 with the rare 90-AA marking and ser.# stamped on receiver.
Seems Winchester had not standardized the markings during this range.
This marking will have to be called 90-AAA and is even more rare. (Could it possibly be one of a kind?)
It’s a real shame the rifle got broken up and sold as parts.
