Original U.S. Winchester Model 1886 .45-70 Sporting Rifle with 26" Octagon Barrel made in 1897 - Serial 112572 Military Flare Guns It most likely saw use

It most likely saw use in WWI

22nd BG (B-26) Woodstock

The lock is in good mechanical condition and works correctly

and the lands are definitely somewhat worn

The new book is A4 size

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1886 .45-70 Sporting Rifle with 26" Octagon Barrel made in 1897 - Serial 112572 Military Flare Guns It most likely saw useOriginal Item: Only One Available. This pretty much is the Cadillac of late 19th century big game hunting rifles! Many consider the Winchester 1886 to be the finest lever action repeating rifle ever made! This very fine example is in . 45 70 "Government" caliber (marked 45 70 on the chamber) with a special order 26" octagon barrel. It also has a full length magazine tube, probably with a capacity over 9 rounds. It has the classic Winchester "blade"