#27 • Factory Gold Banded Engraved Winchester Model 1890 Rifle

Part of Fine Winchesters Auction (live auction by Lewis & Grant Auctions)

Status: Sold

$40,000 - $65,000 .22 short caliber, 24" octagonal barrel, S/N 503128. Winchester proof mark is set in front of the scroll engraving on the barrel, and on the bottom of the frame. The rear barrel sight has patent markings. The left side of the frame shows a squirrel on a tree stump looking downward at a coiled snake at the base of stump, the whole surrounded by a gold banded oval. The rest of the left side of the frame is covered with a floral scroll pattern engraving and scalloped borders. The right side of the frame shows a jack rabbit running through and open field, the entire vignette is completely banded. Lyman peep sight mount on the tang. The fancy deluxe burl wood stock and forearm show a raised carved pattern of oak leaves and acorns. **The entire rifle is virtually new, retaining all of the original bright blue finish. A little wear on the bottom of the magazine from working the action. Stock and forearm are excellent. Bore is bright and shiny.**