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July 9, 2024
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New to forum. I recently acquired this 1886 rifle in 33 WCF. Give me feedback on this rifle.
April 15, 2005
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Can you post full size pictures instead of the thumbnail size?
What is the serial number on your Model 1886 Take Down Fancy Sporting Rifle?
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
November 19, 2006
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Very desirable configuration. I would like to see larger photos. But it really looks like my kind of rifle.
December 9, 2024
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Very nice
April 15, 2005
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Here are the pictures at full size;
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
July 9, 2024
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Thanks Bert! That made a huge difference. Did you receive the serial number?
February 17, 2022
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Will it letter?
September 19, 2014
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FWIW, I would lower the rear sight unless it truly is zero’ed at some particular distance. Being as high as it is the sight blade is under plenty of tension and just may take a set or it may snap. Tim
April 15, 2005
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gizmost said
Thanks Bert! That made a huge difference. Did you receive the serial number?
You are welcome, and yes, I did receive the serial number. It is right in the middle of a good sized batch of Fancy Sporting Rifles that are sandwhiched between two large batches of 45-70 caliber Line Guns.
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
November 7, 2015
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Welcome, Gizmost. Beautiful rifle, lots of character.
Mike
July 9, 2024
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So, does your information indicate that it will letter? If so, I will proceed with the process.
A little history: I bought the gun in Lebanon, TN at a gun show. It was previously owned by a
country music star, now deceased.
