WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 For Sale

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The Winchester Model 1885, John Browning’s first high-power single-shot rifle design, is celebrated for its robustness and reliability, featuring a falling block action activated by the trigger guard. Produced from 1885 to 1920 with over 139,725 units made, the Model 1885 showcases remarkable adaptability with documentation by Bert Hartman revealing it was chambered for 98 different cartridges, including 53 standard and 45 special order or experimental types, encompassing 17 rimfire and 81 centerfire chamberings. During the 1930s, Winchester maintained the model’s versatility by offering replacement barrels in calibers such as .218 Bee and .22 Hornet. The Model 1885 stands as a testament to Browning’s ingenuity and craftsmanship, cherished by collectors and shooting enthusiasts for its customization options and reliability.

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