25 WCF, WINCHESTER 1885 LOW WALL RIFLE.

Cal. 25 WCF (25-20 Single Shot). S# 46744. Mfg. approx. 1890, the first year this cartridge was introduced. Oct. No. 2 weight 30" bbl. Globe front sight, open rear dovetail & peep tang sight. Falling block single shot action. Walnut stock set w/ crescent buttplate, ebony forearm tip & 6 kill notches on toeline. CONDITION: balance of barrel & action are brown patina with marks, sm. dents & corrosion. Traces of blue visible on exposed portions with good blue protected by forearm. Forearm has worn wood finish with large chip at tip & heavy oxidation on screw. Worn wood finish on buttstock w/ numerous dings & marks along with cracks. Bore has large bulge approx. 6" from breech face; balance of rifling with shallow with pitting. (01-29799/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.