This rare and desirable antique Winchester Model 1887 Semi-Deluxe Lever Action Shotgun, manufactured in 1888, is chambered in 12 gauge and fitted with a 30-inch round barrel, 2 5/8-inch chamber, and modified choke. The shotgun features the classic Winchester lever-action design with a casehardened receiver bearing the standard “WRACO” monogram, along with a smooth two-piece slab forearm and highly figured, checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with checkered iron buttplate. British proof marks are present on the barrel and breech block, adding another interesting element to this early Winchester shotgun. Information(1)
The shotgun remains in very fine condition, retaining approximately 70% original blue and over 60% vivid casehardened finish, with the balance showing an attractive gray patina and only scattered age-related wear. The figured walnut remains fine with minor handling marks and mostly well-defined checkering, and the action is described as mechanically excellent. Combining the distinctive Model 1887 lever-action mechanism with semi-deluxe figured and checkered walnut and substantial remaining original finish, this is an especially attractive example of Winchester’s iconic early repeating shotgun.
This rare and desirable antique Winchester Model 1887 Semi-Deluxe Lever Action Shotgun, manufactured in 1888, is chambered in 12 gauge and fitted with a 30-inch round barrel, 2 5/8-inch chamber, and modified choke. The shotgun features the classic Winchester lever-action design with a casehardened receiver bearing the standard “WRACO” monogram, along with a smooth two-piece slab forearm and highly figured, checkered pistol-grip walnut stock with checkered iron buttplate. British proof marks are present on the barrel and breech block, adding another interesting element to this early Winchester shotgun. Information(1)
The shotgun remains in very fine condition, retaining approximately 70% original blue and over 60% vivid casehardened finish, with the balance showing an attractive gray patina and only scattered age-related wear. The figured walnut remains fine with minor handling marks and mostly well-defined checkering, and the action is described as mechanically excellent. Combining the distinctive Model 1887 lever-action mechanism with semi-deluxe figured and checkered walnut and substantial remaining original finish, this is an especially attractive example of Winchester’s iconic early repeating shotgun.