This exceptional Winchester Model 1886 Fancy Takedown Rifle is a documented, factory-engraved special-order firearm featuring No. 4 engraving signed by renowned Winchester master engraver John Ulrich. The receiver is richly decorated with intricate scrollwork, gold inlays, and detailed wildlife scenes, including a grizzly bear in a mountain setting and a bull and cow elk.
The rifle features a highly figured fancy-grain walnut stock and forearm with Winchester Style D fine checkering and relief-carved oak leaves and acorns. Chambered in .33 WCF, it has a 24-inch tapered barrel, Winchester Express front sight, and Marbles Flexible rear sight. Much of the original blue and case-colored finish remains, while the engraving, carving, and checkering are described as crisp and exceptionally well preserved. Serial number 150084, this rifle represents an outstanding example of Winchester’s elaborate factory engraving and special-order craftsmanship. Please Reach out for more pictures.
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This exceptional Winchester Model 1886 Fancy Takedown Rifle is a documented, factory-engraved special-order firearm featuring No. 4 engraving signed by renowned Winchester master engraver John Ulrich. The receiver is richly decorated with intricate scrollwork, gold inlays, and detailed wildlife scenes, including a grizzly bear in a mountain setting and a bull and cow elk.
The rifle features a highly figured fancy-grain walnut stock and forearm with Winchester Style D fine checkering and relief-carved oak leaves and acorns. Chambered in .33 WCF, it has a 24-inch tapered barrel, Winchester Express front sight, and Marbles Flexible rear sight. Much of the original blue and case-colored finish remains, while the engraving, carving, and checkering are described as crisp and exceptionally well preserved. Serial number 150084, this rifle represents an outstanding example of Winchester’s elaborate factory engraving and special-order craftsmanship. Please Reach out for more pictures.
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