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1885 Winchester 38-50
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wheelen
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July 6, 2018 - 11:01 am
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I have a Winchester 1885 that I believe someone has replaced the barrel on. It says “under the forearm” 38-50. The barrel is round, heavy and 30″ long. I do not believe it is original.  The serial number of the rifle is 59536 if anyone can help me determine what it was originally when it left the factory. I am trying to decide if I restore the rifle to the original caliber with a replacement barrel or keep it as is.  Thanks, Richard

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Richard,

Model 1885 Serial number 59536 was originally a 38-55 (octagon barrel).

Bert

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Oooohh I like 38-55! Looks like the search is on for a replacement barrel. Thanks Bert

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