Winchester Collector - Forum: Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/ Simple:Press Version 6.11.14 kevindpm61 on 1886 with a different trigger https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1886-with-a-different-trigger/#p185039 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1886-with-a-different-trigger/#p185039 Looks like some work has been done to the trigger or it has been upgraded. The trigger condition appears newer than the rest of the rifle.

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:34:15 +0000 Dave M. on 1886 with a different trigger https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1886-with-a-different-trigger/#p185038 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1886-with-a-different-trigger/#p185038 The rifle in question is a 38-56.. S/N 19490.

Here's a link to the auction. It's in Northern Michigan.    John Peck Auctions

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:59:21 +0000 Honest Jon on 1885 Shotgun-Takedown? https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1885-shotgun-takedown/#p185037 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1885-shotgun-takedown/#p185037 Super informative article Bert and I sure hope I get the chance to report the one I saw.

Jon

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:57:27 +0000 Bert H. on 1886 with a different trigger https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1886-with-a-different-trigger/#p185035 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1886-with-a-different-trigger/#p185035 Dave,

The very early production Model 1886s were equipped with a "single-set" trigger (similar to the Model 1876) when special ordered.  Most of the Model 1886s were made with the much more common "close-coupled" set trigger, often referred to (incorrectly) as a "double-set".  That "pin" is actually a slotted screw, and turning it adjusts the amount of pull weight needed to release the trigger.

Bert

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:41:32 +0000 Bert H. on 1885 Shotgun-Takedown? https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1885-shotgun-takedown/#p185034 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1885-shotgun-takedown/#p185034

Honest Jon said
Well thanks once again Bert and I just realized this should have gone under Winchester Shotguns in the forum. I have a hard time relating 1885 SS to shotguns😵‍💫!
  

The specific category for these is not really a concern, as they were a "specialty" variation of the Single Shot rifles.  Many years ago I wrote an article discussing them.

Fall 2016 (winchestercollector.org)

Bert

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:24:46 +0000 Honest Jon on 1885 Shotgun-Takedown? https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1885-shotgun-takedown/#p185033 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1885-shotgun-takedown/#p185033 Whoops, missed the second part of your message. I can’t provide the serial at the moment but will certainly do so next time the opportunity presents itself.

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:15:10 +0000 Honest Jon on 1885 Shotgun-Takedown? https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1885-shotgun-takedown/#p185032 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1885-shotgun-takedown/#p185032 Well thanks once again Bert and I just realized this should have gone under Winchester Shotguns in the forum. I have a hard time relating 1885 SS to shotguns😵‍💫!

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:12:42 +0000 Bert H. on 1885 Shotgun-Takedown? https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1885-shotgun-takedown/#p185029 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1885-shotgun-takedown/#p185029 Jon,

The small serrated tab is the Take Down locking device.

Take Down

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Solid Frame

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Can you provide the serial number on the gun you looked at?  Thus far, I have documented just (107) high-wall 20-ga shotguns.

Bert

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 17:53:12 +0000 Honest Jon on 1885 Shotgun-Takedown? https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1885-shotgun-takedown/#p185028 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1885-shotgun-takedown/#p185028 Howdy,

I’ve seen an 1885 SS Shotgun and wondering what visual clues would indicate it as a takedown receiver. From the brief look I had, it has a small, grooved tab beneath the receiver where the barrel meets the receiver. Looks like it could be a takedown release. My encounter with this gun was so brief I don’t have much more info and certainly no photos. Not even sure it would ever even be available to me. If anything develops I’ll surely let you’all know.
Jon

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 17:41:56 +0000 Bryan Austin on The Doc Pardee Club, still looking for.... https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/the-doc-pardee-club-still-looking-for/#p185027 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/the-doc-pardee-club-still-looking-for/#p185027

steve004 said
I see the Remington-Keene is on the above list?  
  

That is correct. If you have one, or have an original conversion to 44-40 (for whatever reason)....it is a custom. I have no idea why...but it is what it is...according to Lyman's 49th. I have never seen evidence of one.

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:15:06 +0000 steve004 on The Doc Pardee Club, still looking for.... https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/the-doc-pardee-club-still-looking-for/#p185026 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/the-doc-pardee-club-still-looking-for/#p185026 I see the Remington-Keene is on the above list?  

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:41:22 +0000 426crown on 1886 with a different trigger https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1886-with-a-different-trigger/#p185016 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1886-with-a-different-trigger/#p185016 Its a set trigger. What caliber?  OB CB? tell us more--with pictures. If you do a SN check you will know if it was made with a set trigger..Bill

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:54:31 +0000 Dave M. on 1886 with a different trigger https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1886-with-a-different-trigger/#p185015 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1886-with-a-different-trigger/#p185015 This is from a local auction site. It's an 1886, made in 1887. Obviously the trigger has been replaced. 

But does anyone know what the pin is hanging down by the trigger?

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]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:45:58 +0000 Bryan Austin on The Doc Pardee Club, still looking for.... https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/the-doc-pardee-club-still-looking-for/#p185008 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/the-doc-pardee-club-still-looking-for/#p185008 Looking foreword to adding some more names here!!

 

]]> Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:36:12 +0000 Anthony #5411 on 1955 model 70 300 winmag or ? https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1955-model-70-300-winmag-or/page-2/#p185003 Winchester Rifles https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1955-model-70-300-winmag-or/page-2/#p185003 Thanks Steve,

You're kind words are appreciated. My wife and I are very grateful, in so many ways to have him home, and enjoying the private sector in life, as so many of us can relate to. We constantly try to give back on such a small scale in comparison to others who might need the uplifting support along the way. 

Tony

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