Manufactured in 1894 as one of only 830 chambered in .38-70 W.C.F. Standard two-line address and ".38-70 W.C.F." marked on the top barrel flat, model designation on the upper tang, and two-line patent date marking and serial number on the lower tang. Fitted with dovetailed German silver blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration as well as receipt at the warehouse on 12 July 1894 and shipped on 17 April 1900 in order number 56946.

Very good plus, retains 40% original blue finish with the balance a plum-brown patina and some scattered light pitting. Very faint traces of original case colors remain, primarily on the hammer, with the balance having mostly silvered. The wood is fine showing some nice figure with minor dings and scratches scattered throughout. Mechanically excellent.