Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this historic big game lever-action rifle for a penny-start auction…this is the Winchester 1876 Third Model!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1876 Third Model
Serial: 53396
Date of Manufacture: 1886
Caliber: .40-60
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 28" Octagon Barrel
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front with Adjustable Ladder Style Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Straight Grip Walnut Stock and Forearm
Action: Lever-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 1876 Third Model in .40-60 Winchester is a classic lever-action rifle that embodies the power and prestige of Winchester’s Centennial-era firearms. Introduced in 1876 to commemorate the nation’s hundredth anniversary, this rifle was designed as a larger, stronger alternative to the Model 1873, capable of handling true rifle cartridges rather than the handgun calibers of earlier lever guns. This particular example features a 28-inch octagon barrel with a dovetail blade front sight and adjustable ladder-style rear sight, a configuration well-suited for accurate shooting at extended ranges. The smooth walnut straight-grip stock and forearm offer a traditional, streamlined profile, while the blued finish gives it both durability and a classic appearance. The Third Model is distinguished by its integral dust cover rail, a refinement that set it apart from the earlier First and Second Models. Chambered in .40-60 Winchester, this rifle balanced manageable recoil with effective performance for hunting medium to large game. The cartridge, introduced in 1879, quickly became popular with sportsmen who wanted a lighter-shooting round than the powerful .45-75 but still demanded solid downrange performance. The Model 1876 itself was offered in multiple chamberings, including .45-60, .50-95 Express, and the original .45-75, with the .40-60 standing out as a versatile option for hunters of deer, elk, and similar-sized game. With a production total of 63,871 rifles across all variants, the 1876 was not as widely made as other Winchester models, and surviving examples—especially Third Models—are highly prized by collectors. Its use by the North-West Mounted Police, Texas Rangers, and even historical figures such as Theodore Roosevelt and Geronimo cements its legacy as both a practical hunting rifle of the frontier and a storied piece of American history.
Contents:
Model: 1876 Third Model
Serial: 53396
Date of Manufacture: 1886
Caliber: .40-60
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 28" Octagon Barrel
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front with Adjustable Ladder Style Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Straight Grip Walnut Stock and Forearm
Action: Lever-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 1876 Third Model in .40-60 Winchester is a classic lever-action rifle that embodies the power and prestige of Winchester’s Centennial-era firearms. Introduced in 1876 to commemorate the nation’s hundredth anniversary, this rifle was designed as a larger, stronger alternative to the Model 1873, capable of handling true rifle cartridges rather than the handgun calibers of earlier lever guns. This particular example features a 28-inch octagon barrel with a dovetail blade front sight and adjustable ladder-style rear sight, a configuration well-suited for accurate shooting at extended ranges. The smooth walnut straight-grip stock and forearm offer a traditional, streamlined profile, while the blued finish gives it both durability and a classic appearance. The Third Model is distinguished by its integral dust cover rail, a refinement that set it apart from the earlier First and Second Models. Chambered in .40-60 Winchester, this rifle balanced manageable recoil with effective performance for hunting medium to large game. The cartridge, introduced in 1879, quickly became popular with sportsmen who wanted a lighter-shooting round than the powerful .45-75 but still demanded solid downrange performance. The Model 1876 itself was offered in multiple chamberings, including .45-60, .50-95 Express, and the original .45-75, with the .40-60 standing out as a versatile option for hunters of deer, elk, and similar-sized game. With a production total of 63,871 rifles across all variants, the 1876 was not as widely made as other Winchester models, and surviving examples—especially Third Models—are highly prized by collectors. Its use by the North-West Mounted Police, Texas Rangers, and even historical figures such as Theodore Roosevelt and Geronimo cements its legacy as both a practical hunting rifle of the frontier and a storied piece of American history.
Contents:
This example will ship with the factory letter as shown in the images above!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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