winchester 1890 22 short
Used
In Stock
$1800.00
Specifications
Category
Rifles
Manufacturer
Winchester
Caliber
22 Short
Description
Winchester Model 1890(Serial Number 214319) was manufactured in 1904.
Vintage Gun Scopes
Model Identification
Given its serial number and description, your rifle is a Second Model Takedown. Key characteristics of this variant include:
Chambering: Specifically designed for .22 Short only.
Frame Type: A takedown model, meaning it can be disassembled into two parts using a large screw on the left side of the receiver.
Receiver Finish: In 1904, the receiver was typically a blued finish, as Winchester transitioned away from case-hardened receivers around 1901 (approx. serial number 112,971).
Barrel: Standard with a 24-inch octagon barrel.
Historical Context
The Winchester 1890, designed by John and Matthew Browning, was the first slide-action (pump) rifle ever produced by Winchester. It became famously known as the "Gallery Gun" because of its widespread use in carnival and fairground shooting galleries during the early 20th century.
Verification & Records
Serial Number Placement: For this model, the serial number is typically stamped on both the bottom of the receiver and the lower tang.
Official Letter: For a definitive history of your specific rifle, including the exact warehouse and shipping dates, you can request a Factory Letter from the Cody Firearms Museum, which maintains the original Winchester factory records.
Vintage Gun Scopes
Model Identification
Given its serial number and description, your rifle is a Second Model Takedown. Key characteristics of this variant include:
Chambering: Specifically designed for .22 Short only.
Frame Type: A takedown model, meaning it can be disassembled into two parts using a large screw on the left side of the receiver.
Receiver Finish: In 1904, the receiver was typically a blued finish, as Winchester transitioned away from case-hardened receivers around 1901 (approx. serial number 112,971).
Barrel: Standard with a 24-inch octagon barrel.
Historical Context
The Winchester 1890, designed by John and Matthew Browning, was the first slide-action (pump) rifle ever produced by Winchester. It became famously known as the "Gallery Gun" because of its widespread use in carnival and fairground shooting galleries during the early 20th century.
Verification & Records
Serial Number Placement: For this model, the serial number is typically stamped on both the bottom of the receiver and the lower tang.
Official Letter: For a definitive history of your specific rifle, including the exact warehouse and shipping dates, you can request a Factory Letter from the Cody Firearms Museum, which maintains the original Winchester factory records.