^Lot 286 Browning Model 1895 Lever Action Rifle

Browning Model 1895 Lever Action Rifle, #00518PV187, .30-40 Krag cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, walnut two-piece checkered stock, shotgun style buttplate, detachable sling swivels, with fixed brass bead on blade front sight and leaf adjustable buckhorn style rear sight. Approx. 1000 produced in this caliber. Condition is very good retaining approx. 98% original blue with a few areas of surface corrosion and micro-scratches to high edges. Stock is in very good condition as aftermarket checkered in a fleur de'lis pattern and re-coated with an oil type finish; stock shows minor surface scratches and dents. Action is tight, bore is excellent and shows little, if any, use. Est.: $750-$1,000. (Modern)