The collector value can only be assessed by a visual inspection & evaluation. Old Winchesters are very much like old classic automobiles... the graded condition and factory originality are the key factors in determining what they are truly worth. Bert H.
To strip down the top lever on a Miroku 3000 shotgun, first ensure the firearm is unloaded and safe. Remove the forend and barrel by engaging the release mechanism. Then, carefully unscrew the top lever pin or screw, depending on the specific model, and gently lift the lever off the action. Remember to keep track of small parts and consult the owner’s manual for detailed instructions specific to your shotgun.
In the film "Vera Cruz," various rifles are prominently featured, including the Springfield Model 1873 and the Winchester Model 1892. The Springfield rifle, known for its bolt-action mechanism, was commonly used by the U.S. military during the late 19th century. The Winchester Model 1892, a lever-action rifle, was popular among civilians and outlaws alike. These weapons helped to authentically portray the historical setting of the film.
* Who? Stevens, Savage, Meriden, Quackenbush, Winchester, Ithaca, Warnant Freres, et al. * When? Starting about 1880 until today. If you really want a serious answer, you are going to have to give at least a little information.
Yes, I have one. Marked J. Stevens Arms & Tool Co., Chicopee Falls, Mass., S 321. 26 1/8" barrel, almost mint condition, original stock and barrel have been refinished.
By bolt action, recoil, pump-action or lever action. A casing is hot after the bullet has been fired, so pulled back on a bolt will open the chamber and fling the casing out. Fully automatic and semi-auto guns fire with recoil. The blast from firing a bullet launches the hammer back and allows the casing to come flying out a hole in the side of the gun. Lever action works pretty much the same as bolt-action and was used before weapons could load in a new bullet. The lever would push out the old casing and put in a new bullet and casing in. Pump action works just the same as lever action, but was used because you could keep your eye on the target while pumping, instead of having to aim, shoot, move the lever and reaim, you could just aim, shoot, pump, and shoot again without having to look around for your target.
The Winchester model 1901 shotgun was made between the years 1901-1920.
Winchester made a Model 1887 lever-action shotgun from 1887 - 1899. Norinco currently makes a reproduction of the Model 1887.
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There were model 1887 lever action shotguns made by Winchester ( I have a 12 ga). These are worth in the range of $1200 to $5000 depending on condition. I am not aware of any Model 1886 Winchesters in a shotgun.
Rifle or shotgun? What type of action; bolt, pump, semiauto, lever? What caliber or gauge?
You did not tell us what MAKE your shotgun is. The two 1895s that come to mind are a lever action Winchester RIFLE, and a Davenport shotgun, which had a prominent release lever right behind the hammer.
Depends on the condition. Give you an idea 0-1500.
What you have is a Model 1885 Single Shot (high-wall) shotgun that was manufactured in the year 1913.
From your question I would believe that you have a Winchester model 1887 lever action shotgun.These shotguns were available in 10 gauge,or 12 gauge,with a 4 shot magazine tube,and a 30in or 32in barrel with a full choke fluid steel barrels.There were 64,855 made between the years 1887-1901.
Your Winchester model 1887 lever action shotgun in 10 gauge will bring between 675-1,600 dollars based on it having between 10%-60% of its original finish remaining.The higher the finish percentage the higher the value.The 10 gauge shotgun began at serial number 22148.
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100-500 USD or so