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Winchester Mdl 1890 ?s
Mark T
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Got a Win, mdl 1890 22 short, nickel plated. Octagon barrel,ser#1333798. Any info, date of Mfg, approx worth etc...
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As for the value, there is no way to estimate that without seeing the rifle (or a series of clear photos). The first thing that must be determined is the factory originality of the nickel plating. I highly suggest that you conatact the Cody Firearms Museum (CFM) and purchase a factory letter (see the Sticky "Serial Number References" at the top of the forum for the link to the CFM). The grade condition is very important in determining the potential collector value.
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Thanks Bert, I added an extra 3. The condition is so-so. The forearm is cracked. What is the price range from poor to good?
That is tough to estimate. Your Model 1890 is a Second Model, and it is on the borderline for when Winchester stopped case color hardening the frame. Are you sure that the frame is nickel-plated, or is it possibly faded (silvered) case color? It will make a substantial difference on the value.
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Bert, It is for sure nickel plated. The entire gun is. I wouldn't call it much more than just good condition.
I am going to assume that it was not factory nickel-plated. Based on that assumption, and on your description of the condition, it is a worth a maximum of $250 (as a parts gun).
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Hope I can help,
Greg