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I am bidding on a Winchester Model 1886 Lightweight Lever Action Takedown Rifle in 45-70 with a Nickel Steel Barrel. The rifle has a full length magazine tube and a 22″ barrel. What value should be placed on this rifle considering the pictures and information provided.
Thank you!
Do you have a link to the rifle in question?
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WACA Member #12457
It has already been bid up to more than it’s worth. Sanded and refinished wood, bluing weak…
Thank you very much for the input. That is kind of what I thought as well. What was enticing about this one was it early Nickel Steel barrel and full length magazine in a lightweight. Will move on from this one! Much appreciate the input!
The Nickel Steel barrel is not uncommon on the Extra Light Weight rifles in 45-70. What bothers me about the rifle is that the sights are not original. I agree that the current bid is at the top-end of the scale when you factor in the 21.5% internet buyers premium… $6,075 before shipping and insurance.
Bert
WACA 6571L, Historian & Board of Director Member
