Daisy made about 50 thousand of the "Winchester 73" model ( it's really a Cowboy 1894) BB Rifle for Sears from 1969-73.
There were three different Winchester lever-action Models with the 1866 patent... the Model 1866, the Model 1873, and the Model 1876. The 1866 patent date refers to King's patent for the side loading gate mechanism.
Patent pending is a warning that a patent application has been filed. It is completely worthless until and unless a patent is actually issued for that invention. Patent number notice means a patent with that number was issued for the invention that is implemented in the product labeled with that number.
For patent information, you need to contact The US Patent and Trademark Office or you can also visit their websiteand find some additional patent information there.
Patent Information Users Group was created in 1988.
your Winchester model 52 was made in 1926.
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There are many ways one can find out about information on obtaining a patent on an idea. This includes obtaining the help of a patent attorney or asking in forums.
Winchester produced the Model 72 with "Patent Applied For" from 1938 thru 1940... from "The Winchester Handbook" by George Madis, First Ed 1981 pp 265 - 268.
You can file an invention patent online using a variety of governmental sites dependant on which country you live in. These websites typically allow you to submit your patent and further information then keep you informed of the patent process and let you know if more information is required to secure your patent.
With the serial number that you have provided,your Winchester model 1894 rifle was made in the year 1900.
Information on patent help can be found at The Patent Office, Legal Zoom and Patently Brilliant. Help is additionally available at Idea 4 Invention and Trademark Express.
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