In the 88 & 100 models, is there such a thing as a Number 1 serial numbered gun?|Winchester Rifles|Forum|Winchester Collector

Gary,

With only a few exceptions, nearly all Winchester models began with serial number “1”.  That stated, these were a few of the exceptions;

The Model 1866 Lever-action was a continuation of the Henry Rifle serial number sequence.

The Model 1897 Slide-action Shotgun was a continuation of the Model 1893 serial number sequence.

The Model 1901 Lever-action Shotgun was a continuation of the Model 1887 serial number sequence.

The Model 64 Lever-action was serial numbered entirely within the Model 94 sequence.

The Model 65 Lever-action was serial numbered entirely within the Model 92 sequence.

The Model 50 Semi-auto Shotgun began with serial number 1001.

Bert