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In this model of Winchester rifle,there is no difference in value between the round or octagon barrel.
Weight is the main factor
The value of a Winchester model 1882 .32WCF octagonal barrel rifle is dependent upon a number of factors. The most important factor being the upkeep and condition.
Value of a 1980 Winchester rifle 22 short octagonal barrel?
Which model, what condition?
Exactly how is that barrel marked? sales@countrygunsmith.net
my rifle is a 32 wcf serial number 344802
Originally, the purpose of the octagon barrel was to reduce weight by removing metal from the barrel. Today, much of the reason is looks.
Impossible to answer without the serial number.
No real advantage to it.
Need a DETAILED description of ALL markings, barrel length, type of action.