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November 8, 2011
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I’m at a loss for words.
https://www.gunsamerica.com/967555933/Winchester-Model-1892-in-218-Bee-EXCEPTIONALLY-RAR.htm
January 27, 1992
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Amazing! The model “92” stamp appears to be a correct size. On the others that have been looked at, the ’92’ stamp is a smaller size. I would be interested in seeing the stamping on the bottom of the barrel.
Roger B
April 15, 2005
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Gentlemen,
That is a faked Model 53 rifle with a Model 43 barrel mounted on it. That serial number (985713) was previously a 25-20 WCF when it was recorded in the Model 53 survey in August of 2015. The original barrel was drilled & tapped for a scope, so it seems that a dishonest owner/seller decided to “upgrade it… FAKE!!
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
January 27, 1992
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Thanks for the clarification Bert! You da MAN.
Roger B
November 8, 2011
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The seller changed to the description to be more accurate. I give him credit for doing that as many, if not most, internet sellers would not have. I think the asking price is very high but it’s not dishonest to ask a high price for a honestly described item.
April 15, 2005
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sb said
The seller changed to the description to be more accurate. I give him credit for doing that as many, if not most, internet sellers would not have. I think the asking price is very high but it’s not dishonest to ask a high price for a honestly described item.
I had a multi-message discussion with the seller via email, and I provided him with the “facts” about that rifle. To his credit, he has corrected the auction description accordingly.
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
November 7, 2015
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A little late for the party, was thinking description was pretty close to Bert’s account. Price a bit optimistic for a parts gun but maybe he has too much in it. Will give him credit for making changes when called for, wonder if he got duped when he bought it.
