October 25, 2023 The Paul Friedrich Collection of Firearms & Gold Rush
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/25/2023
Rare Browning-designed Winchester Model 1893 slide action shotgun, with only 34,176 made from 1893 to 1897 before being discontinued due to its problems with smokeless powder. This example manufactured 1896. Blued 27" non-factory length steel 12 gauge barrel with bead front sight, Winchester 2-line address and patent markings, and "12" marking at breech. Blued solid frame with tubular magazine and plain trigger. Plain walnut round knob pistol grip stock with smooth steel widow's peak buttplate and matching walnut corrugated slide handle with operating arm marked "WINCHESTER MODEL 1893". CONDITION: Barrel has been shortened to 27" and retains 10% finish with some discoloration and balance turning a silvery brown patina. Action has worn to a silvery patina with light surface discoloration. Stocks retain traces of original finish with a crack behind the action on the right side. Operating handle has been brazed. Frosted barrel with sluggish mechanics.