Winchester 95 SRC

Fazer1

January 02, 2013 07:01

In a weak moment I bought a 1895 instead of an 1885, but it was in 30 US and I have an 1885 in that caliber.

Anyway, it has what appears to be a small cattle brand on the stock. I was hopeing to do some research to see if I could tie it to a certain ranch. Not much hope, but a project. Is there anyway I can find out what state or area the gun was originally sold to, without the whole documented letter from Cody.
Thanks.....Chip

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  rufe-snow

  January 02, 2013 07:58

  It would be best prior to getting a letter from Cody. If you could post quality close-up photos to the forum.
  
  Instructions for posting photos, at this link.
  
  http://forums.gunbroker.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=259294

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  Fazer1

  January 02, 2013 08:01

  It appears to be a circle 4 or a close C with the 4 inside. Most brands are registered by county, I believe, the gun is about 1900 made. I was hoping to get a starting point, not that I like my chances much.
  Thanks

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  tsr1965

  January 02, 2013 09:55

  For the little cost of the Cody letter, it is a worthwhile investment. Especially if your rifle letter's.
  
  I am sure that Bert H, will be along shortly tohelp with this. When it comes to Winchester's, he is the man. If he does not appear in the next 24 hours, he is listed as a moderator. Click on his profile, and send him a direct e-mail.
  
  Best

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  CapnMidnight

  January 02, 2013 12:23

  In Washington state brands are registered with the state. There is a state brand registary, they can and most time will guide you in historical research. I beleave Montana brands are state registered also.
  W.D.

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  Fazer1

  January 03, 2013 09:39

  I am away at work at present. I asked to get some photos, but it seems to have fallen on deaf ears. Why am I not suprised.
  
  As far as the brand, I guess it could be a lazy circle 4 , depending if the gun was vertical or horizontal when applied. I'll have to look at getting a letter I think. Might as well do the reat at the same time.
  Thanks

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  JohnnyBGood

  January 03, 2013 10:14

  quote:Originally posted by Fazer1
  Is there anyway I can find out what state or area the gun was originally sold to, without the whole documented letter from Cody.
  Thanks.....Chip
  
  
  
  Winchester letters normally do not show a shipping destination.
  
  Johnny

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