1894 Special order rifle

WildBill

January 17, 2004 08:43

I have asked several questions about this gun and have received some excellent advice. Right now am waiting on delivery for a Lever Action book by Pirkle.
In the mean time, Im wondering if someone can give me a ball park price; 1894 38;55 with standard 26 inch barrel. 1/2 oct and 1/2 round. 1/2 magazine, marbles front sight, modified buckhorn rear. Forearm cap is nickel in about 60 % condition. Deluxe wood, am guessing at least 2X, Bore is mirror, exterior , including blue is between 95 and 98n percent. A truly beautiful Winchester. I dont think it will letter because of its age 1907. But what do I know.
Any educated guesses will sure be appreciated.

Patience is a virtue and eagerness isnt ????????

Wildbill

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  taperloc

  January 17, 2004 17:26

  Hello WildBill,
  If you think that the rifle is deluxe wood, there will normally be an assembly number stamped in the stock, under the butt plate and a matching number stamped in the lower tang. If you indeed have an original with 2X wood a factory letter will possibly confirm it. As a rule, special order guns got special wood. You can contact Waddy at the Cody Firearms Museum and they will research the records and send you a letter with information as to the exact condition of the rifle, (barrel length, sights, any special finish, etc.), when it left the factory. The cost is $55.00 if you are not a member. If you think it is really something special, it is well worth the price. The Cody Firearms museum address is:
  Buffalo Bill Historical Center
  P.O. Box 1000
  Cody, Wyoming 82414
  Phone: 307-587-4771
  Hope this helps,
  Taperloc

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  glabray

  January 17, 2004 19:07

  I recently purchased a very similar gun for $1100. However, I saw one 5 years ago in a shop that was not as good as mine and the price was $1250 at that time.

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