Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this lever-action rifle for a penny-start auction, this is the Winchester Model 88.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 88
Serial: H279942
Date of Manufacture: 1973
Caliber: .243 Win
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 22"
Optics/Sights: Weaver K4 60-B Scope with Weaver Ring Mounts, and a Flip Up Adjustable U Notched Rear Sight with a Fixed Protected Front Post Sight
Stock/Grips: Walnut Stock with Basket Weaved Checkering with Pistol Style Grip
Action: Lever-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 88 chambered in .243 Winchester is a distinctive American sporting rifle that blends the traditional handling of a lever-action with the performance characteristics of a modern bolt-action cartridge. Introduced in 1955 and produced until 1973, the Model 88 was designed by Winchester as a high-quality, fast-handling hunting rifle featuring a unique rotating bolt and detachable box magazine, allowing it to safely use spitzer (pointed) bullets in contrast to traditional tubular-magazine lever guns. The .243 Winchester chambering, added later in the production run, made the Model 88 especially appealing to deer and varmint hunters due to its flat trajectory, mild recoil, and excellent accuracy, often making it a popular choice for younger or recoil-sensitive shooters.
Model: 88
Serial: H279942
Date of Manufacture: 1973
Caliber: .243 Win
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 22"
Optics/Sights: Weaver K4 60-B Scope with Weaver Ring Mounts, and a Flip Up Adjustable U Notched Rear Sight with a Fixed Protected Front Post Sight
Stock/Grips: Walnut Stock with Basket Weaved Checkering with Pistol Style Grip
Action: Lever-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 88 chambered in .243 Winchester is a distinctive American sporting rifle that blends the traditional handling of a lever-action with the performance characteristics of a modern bolt-action cartridge. Introduced in 1955 and produced until 1973, the Model 88 was designed by Winchester as a high-quality, fast-handling hunting rifle featuring a unique rotating bolt and detachable box magazine, allowing it to safely use spitzer (pointed) bullets in contrast to traditional tubular-magazine lever guns. The .243 Winchester chambering, added later in the production run, made the Model 88 especially appealing to deer and varmint hunters due to its flat trajectory, mild recoil, and excellent accuracy, often making it a popular choice for younger or recoil-sensitive shooters.
The rifle features a sleek, semi-pistol grip walnut stock, a solid one-piece receiver, and a streamlined profile that omits external hammer components, giving it a more modern appearance than earlier lever-actions. Its short-throw lever operation provides quick follow-up shots while maintaining a rigid locking system that contributes to strong accuracy potential for a lever-action platform. Typically fitted with a 22-inch barrel, the Model 88 balances portability with ballistic efficiency, and many examples are drilled and tapped for scope mounting, reflecting its role as a versatile hunting rifle rather than a traditional open-sight lever gun. Today, the Winchester Model 88 in .243 Winchester is highly regarded by collectors and hunters alike for its innovative design, limited production history, and reputation as one of the most refined and forward-thinking lever-action rifles ever produced by Winchester.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will include all the contents pictured above including a weaver optic and leather sling.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.
Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
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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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1188558208 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-07-26 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
1826 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-07-26 17:06:58 |
