10 February 2023, 22:08
ScrollcutterWinchester 1886 Proof marks
I'm looking for some info on the '86 proof marks. I'm currently restoring an 86 in the mid 60,000 serial range. I can't seem to locate whether or not the rifle and barrel should be proofed.
Thanks for any insight.
14 April 2023, 04:38
Ross SDSquote:
Originally posted by Scrollcutter:
I'm looking for some info on the '86 proof marks. I'm currently restoring an 86 in the mid 60,000 serial range. I can't seem to locate whether or not the rifle and barrel should be proofed.
Thanks for any insight.
Your rifle was made in about 1892. As proof marks started showing up about 1905, I would say no.
15 April 2023, 07:40
ScrollcutterThanks Ross.
I came to that conclusion myself and blued it a month ago.