1894 Winchester Arms Reloading Tools 45-GOV, 45-90

Presented in this lot are these Rare Winchester Rep. Arms Co. Model 1894 45 Gov. and 45-90 Reloading Tools, patent date February 13, 1894. The Winchester Repeating Arms Co. Model 1894 Reloading Tool (designed specifically for "Gov" calibers like the .45-70 Gov) is an iconic piece of antique firearm history. Patented by William Mason in 1894 (Patent 514722), this tool is highly prized by collectors for its compact design that handles everything from decapping to seating. The Winchester Model 1894 Reloading Tool chambered in .45-90 WCF is a highly collectible, antique hand-reloading device manufactured by the Winchester Repeating Arms Co.. Patented by William Mason on February 13, 1894 (Patent 514,722), this elegant lever-operated hand tool was specifically engineered to provide an all-in-one, compact solution for full-length resizing, decapping, priming, bullet seating, and crimping large-caliber black powder cartridges. The condition of these reloading tools is good, with no obvious signs of damage, oxidation visible. Each measures 3.125"W x 7.25"L x 1.25"D, collective weight is 4lb.