OLD MODEL REPEATING RIFLE For Sale

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    The Old Model Repeating Rifle by Evans, manufactured circa 1873-1879, is a .44 Evans Short caliber lever action rifle renowned for its innovation in 19th-century firearms technology. It features a tubular magazine with a capacity of 28-34 shots, and various barrel styles, including a 22-inch carbine version, 26, 28, or 30-inch musket options, and sporter or military designs with durable octagon barrels. Marked with “EVANS REPEATING RIFLE/PAT. DEC. 8, 1868 & SEPT. 16, 1871,” it has an open rear sight and post front sight for accuracy, and a standard blue finish. The walnut buttstock sits above an exposed iron magazine tube, with a matching walnut forearm for a sturdy grip. Unique features include a serpentine lever for smooth operation, a right-side loading port, and a manually activated underhammer mechanism. This historical firearm exemplifies the era’s advanced repeating technology, making it a prized piece for collectors and enthusiasts of late 1800s weaponry.