General
    General
    Object Auto ID
    32935
    Alternate Codes
    objectautoid_sahrisv1_42996
    Common Name
    Antique Rifle- Firearm
    Classified Name
    Local Name
    Antique Rifle - Winchester (1866 lever action rifle)
    Quantity
    1.00
    Object Description

    A Winchester 1866 lever action rifle, produced in the USA circa 1874.

    Provenance

    The rifle was manufactured in c.1874 in the U.S.A and was imported into South Africa in the late 1890's.  The rifle had been in the possession of the Van Vuuren family for several generations, being passed down through inheritance, until it was purchased by Panzer Logistics. The rifle has no known links to any historical events of figures.

    Description
    Distinguishing Features

    Winchester 1866 lever action rifle.Engraved brass receiver with detailed patterning and deer motif.

    Inscriptions
    Serial Number 124856
    Measurement Type Unit Value
    History
    Object Age
    1874
    Object Age Comment
    Approximate age
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