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Anthony on 1895 Flatside

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:31:40 +0000

I second the suggestion on obtaining the 1895 Book by two very prominent members who truly put together a tremendous Winchester Model 1895 book for the collector who want to know more than just admiring them from afar.

Good point on being patient!

We look forward to you adding pictures and comments also.

Tony

Barryf448 on 1895 Flatside

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:48:00 +0000

I have been collecting for a long time, and I have found that if you are patient, you will find what you are looking for. I am just new to this site.

kem@meyersandshaulis.com on 1895 Flatside

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:33:42 +0000

Start your 1895 collection by obtaining a copy of Rob Kassab and Brad Dunbar's book. Also check out the August Rock Island auction. There is a beautiful 38-72 with more special features than I have seen, a 40-72 that is a little more down to earth and a musket that belongs in my collection!

Barryf448 on 1895 Flatside

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:13:18 +0000

Thank you so much. I am looking forward to getting more information from this site.

Anthony on 1895 Flatside

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:17:50 +0000

Barry,

Welcome to a great resource of Winchester Collectors and members, with the vast shared knowledge and opinions. With that said maybe a member will come along and help you with what you're looking for as I'm sure you've searched the net and maybe wound up here through some advice of a fellow member.

The 95 flat side is a hard one to come across in any condition. IMO, but I'm not saying that you can't find one or won't!

Good luck in you're search!

Tony

Barryf448 on 1895 Flatside

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:36:17 +0000

I am looking to buy an 1895 flat-sided Winchester. Does anyone have any suggestions on a good gun to buy?

Buck94 on 1 of 1

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:19:48 +0000

DB said
Antique Winchester reverse painted, inlaid with abalone, advertising mirror made for the 1893 Columbian Worlds expo by Lewis Comfort Tiffany.

Yeah dude only wants $3,000,000 for it. Beyond Insane price!

DB on 1 of 1

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 03:40:29 +0000

Antique Winchester reverse painted, inlaid with abalone, advertising mirror made for the 1893 Columbian Worlds expo by Lewis Comfort Tiffany. 99.9 percent of Winchester collectors are unaware that this mirror exists. There were only two Winchester rifles embellished and displayed by Tiffany for the 1893 expo. Tiffany did not offer Winchester rifles in there sales catalogs. This mirror was the advertising to help publicize the relationship between the two companies.

Paul H on WTB — “Deluxe” Ornamental/ decorative grip cap screws

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:46:41 +0000

Thanks Ted I don’t know Pauline—I am working on getting a batch of the screws needed. Will get back to you when I’m ready.

Turnbull is still a distant possibility. Sent them a parts request yesterday. PH

Tedk on WTB — “Deluxe” Ornamental/ decorative grip cap screws

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:50:41 +0000

Paul,

I’d contact Pauline Muerrle and ask if she’d do the engraving if you can source the correct size screws

Robert Drummond Jr on Winchester 1886 finger lever bolt & bushing

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:52:02 +0000

I will,

Thanks,

Rob

Paul H on WTB — “Deluxe” Ornamental/ decorative grip cap screws

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:13:45 +0000

Thanks Tony I will pursue that avenue. ALSO::: I’m thinking if I could acquire some (proper dimension) screws then I might be able to find a Trophy shop or a jeweler with a Lazer etching outfit to emboss/engrave them with something unique. Probably would be an expensive wild goose chase but…….you never know. Have a couple Model 90 Deluxe projects and a prewar Model 64 Deluxe short rifle that could use fresh screws. Thanks again for your input. PH

450 Fuller on Winchester 1886 finger lever bolt & bushing

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 01:23:09 +0000

Try John Madl in Michigan; author of the excellent illustrated thin red Winchester 1886 book.

He is a WACA member.

Robert Drummond Jr on Winchester 1886 finger lever bolt & bushing

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:49:15 +0000

Hi Guys,

I am looking for Winchester 1886 finger lever bolt & bushing and a hammer if possible. All the sites I look for parts are out (Homestead, Old Arms Idaho) I'd appreciate any suggestions on where I can locate these.

Thanks,

Rob

Anthony on WTB — “Deluxe” Ornamental/ decorative grip cap screws

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:31:52 +0000

Paul,

I've never seen or heard of any for sale or ones that can be found on the open market. I'm not saying that you can't get them anywhere, and this is as good a place to ask or start with as far as looking for them. In my mind it's a supply and demand thing!

If you can't find them you might want to contact Turn-bull's Restoration Works in NY. and see if they'll make you some! Just an idea!

Tony