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Winchester M1886 Deluxe - worth the asking price?

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steve004

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March 3, 2019 - 5:25 pm

In another recent thread, we discussed the relative value of M1892 Deluxe vs. M1894 Deluxe:

https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/1892-or-1894-deluxe/

We discussed a M1892 .44-40 Deluxe currently offered for sale. I certainly enjoyed the comments and discussion. The same seller of that rifle, also has a M1886 Deluxe. What are the thoughts on that rifle and his asking price?

https://www.gunsinternational.com/guns-for-sale-online/rifles/winchester-rifles-model-1886/winchester-1886-td-extra-light-mfg-1906.cfm?gun_id=101188144

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March 3, 2019 - 7:54 pm

Here’s another .45-70 takedown pistol grip checkered deluxe. Not identical configuration but many similarities (including high condition, both rifles letter). Is this rifle worth half ($16K) the other one ($32K)?

https://www.gunsinternational.com/guns-for-sale-online/rifles/winchester-rifles-model-1886/winchester-model-1886-deluxe-take-down-cal-45-70-22-inch-barrel.cfm?gun_id=101187116

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March 3, 2019 - 8:18 pm

On the $16k gun from Antique Arms, there is no mention of the checkered pistol grip stock, shotgun butt, or rubber butt. I would stay clear of it for this reason, unless further research proves the letter is not correct.