Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this amazing lever-action rifle for a penny-start auction today…this is the Winchester Model 88!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 88
Serial: 41956
Date of Manufacture: 1957
Caliber: .308 Win
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 22"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Ramp Base and Folding Leaf U-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: High Gloss Walnut Stock with Checkered Grips
Action: Lever-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 88, introduced in 1955, stands as a pioneering blend of tradition and innovation in the realm of lever-action rifles. With its sleek blue finish and a robust 22-inch barrel, the Model 88 exudes both elegance and utility. The rifle's lever-action mechanism, a hallmark of Winchester's storied history, is coupled with a distinctive three-lug rotating bolt, setting it apart from its predecessors. Unlike earlier lever-actions, the Model 88 employs a detachable box magazine to feed rounds vertically, a feature that enhances its versatility and accommodates high-powered, modern short-case cartridges like the .308 Winchester. The Model 88’s high gloss walnut stock, adorned with checkered grips, adds a touch of sophistication to its rugged design. The fixed front blade with ramp base and the folding leaf U-notch rear sight provide a traditional yet functional sighting system, ensuring precision in the field. As a testament to Winchester's innovative spirit, the Model 88's blend of lever-action familiarity and bolt-action reliability made it a favorite among shooters, earning its place as one of the top-selling lever-actions in the company’s illustrious history. Despite its discontinuation in 1973, the Model 88 remains a revered piece of firearms engineering, celebrated for its unique contribution to the evolution of lever-action rifles.
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.
Model: 88
Serial: 41956
Date of Manufacture: 1957
Caliber: .308 Win
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 22"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Ramp Base and Folding Leaf U-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: High Gloss Walnut Stock with Checkered Grips
Action: Lever-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 88, introduced in 1955, stands as a pioneering blend of tradition and innovation in the realm of lever-action rifles. With its sleek blue finish and a robust 22-inch barrel, the Model 88 exudes both elegance and utility. The rifle's lever-action mechanism, a hallmark of Winchester's storied history, is coupled with a distinctive three-lug rotating bolt, setting it apart from its predecessors. Unlike earlier lever-actions, the Model 88 employs a detachable box magazine to feed rounds vertically, a feature that enhances its versatility and accommodates high-powered, modern short-case cartridges like the .308 Winchester. The Model 88’s high gloss walnut stock, adorned with checkered grips, adds a touch of sophistication to its rugged design. The fixed front blade with ramp base and the folding leaf U-notch rear sight provide a traditional yet functional sighting system, ensuring precision in the field. As a testament to Winchester's innovative spirit, the Model 88's blend of lever-action familiarity and bolt-action reliability made it a favorite among shooters, earning its place as one of the top-selling lever-actions in the company’s illustrious history. Despite its discontinuation in 1973, the Model 88 remains a revered piece of firearms engineering, celebrated for its unique contribution to the evolution of lever-action rifles.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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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