![]() The upper tang has the earliest style markings that read "MODEL 1892"/ "-WINCHESTER-" / "PAT. ![]() Caliber marking on the top of the barrel just in front of the receiver reads "38 W.C.F." which stands for 38 Caliber Winchester Center Fire.aka 38-40. Early style 2 line barrel address located on the top of the barrel reads "- /. This includes the early checkered hammer knurling with the decorative dipped border.mainly found on the earliest 92's.1892-93 production before the hammer with the square checkered borders were introduced around 1893-94. Only about 16% of Model 1892 production are legal antiques under Federal law and only 2% are first year production. This rifle has all of the early markings and knurlings Winchester collectors look for in an early Model 92. Antique Pre-1898 serial number in the 16,000 range and was made in 1892. Early original sights include the semi-buckhorn rear sight and standard front with German silver blade. This is a nice sharp example of an early Model 1892 sporting rifle in 38-40 Caliber with 24" round barrel, full magazine, and crescent rifle buttplate. Winchester Model 1892 Rifle 1st Year Production ![]() ![]() ![]()
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