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1885 with no serial number
William Lynn
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May 23, 2017 - 8:56 pm
looking at an 1885 in 30-40 Krag
no serial number
in excellent shape, maybe too good
did the issue 1885s without serial number
Bert H.
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May 23, 2017 - 9:26 pm
No, Winchester did not. As originally manufactured and shipped, all Model 1885 Single Shots had a serial number on the lower tang.
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May 23, 2017 - 11:06 pm
Lower tangs without serial numbers were usually shipped by Winchester to dealers and/or gunsmiths for outside repairs.
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