Lever action rifle, 44-40, very good condition, action and magazine smooth and tight,all rifling visible. Product number #1487 stamped. There is 8 inches on the left forearm darkened from fire. Wood not damaged but dark. Looks like the wild west.
Family stories, I am full blood Cherokee, my Great Grand Father from a news paper article killed a Native American Chief. My Father, passed away said this was the rifle used in self defense it was determined. The news can be found but nothing but family word about the rifle.
Dear Todd,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. My sincere apologies for the delay with the appraisal.
The presented object appears to be a Winchester Model 1892 lever-action rifle with a 44 WCF cal. The serial number 1487 dates to the year 1892.
Comparable objects were recently offered and sold on the international auction market.
This piece is in medium condition and no severe damage is visible in the images provided.
A fair market estimation would be between 1.000 to 2.000 USD.
This estimate is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparable items. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and may vary.
With kind regards,
George
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