Sensible people tell me i should like stories with zombies, but try as i might, i dont. Apr 30, 2015 to attract the highend gun market, winchester guns introduced a special product in the 1800s. Sep 09, 2016 all 1 of 1,000s were based on barrels selected as the best out of each thousand produced and received extra attention in fit and finishing. Wilson identifying this gun and documented it by winchester factory ledger as being received in warehouse december 12, 1875, and shipped january 12, 1876. It gives a detailed history of the 1873 and 18761 of and 1 of 100 weapons that is. Sensible people tell me i should like stories with zombies, but try as i might, i. The winchester era bookmadishc collectors 1st edexc. The book is in fine to as new condition, solid binding, no bumps or scraping to the covers, all interior pages clean and white.
History is rarely as charming and entertaining as when its told by simon winchester. Marks under barrel 123 212 p 412 8 5 symbol of star. One of the most desirable of all winchester firearms, the one of one thousand model 1876 rifle will be up for grabs at the rock island auction companys premiere firearms auction on september 1012 in moline, illinois. Each is deeply engraved nimsche pattern matte gold plated wwalnut presentation case holding both guns.
Winchester model twelve by george madis, first edition abebooks. Here you will find information that is not available from any other source including serial numbers of all 1 of 1,000 winchesters. To view the ledger see the story of 1 of and 1 of 100 rifles by lewis pg. This is an exceptional example of a winchester one of one thousand model 1873 rifle with extensive documentation. The light and bright condo has been freshly painted and features a large balcony from the. Gun looks like it was very rusty and cleaned up before it made its way to me. While campbells books have good photos and discriptions, there are. Barrel showing smooth, grey metal, the tube retaining 15. Jun 03, 2009 winchester intended to make of these guns, but the records show that only about 3 were completed, thus adding to the collector value. This exceptional and fully documented, goldplated, factory engraved, john ulrich signed 1 of rifle is certainly one of the rarest and most desirable winchester rifles offering one collector or savvy investment buyer the opportunity and. Rare winchester one of one thousand model 1876 rifle.
I was told, and its mentioned in the winchester book that there are in fact other stamped numbers that dont coinside with any other numbers one would normally find on a winchester 1873 or 1876, ie. Included is all information on all collectors guns and complete coverage of. It brings to life the whole concept of life and how tragedy for truth is. Edge wear to brown covers with gilt lettering 1 of stamped on the cover. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. I bought this book to learn more about the rifle, its history, and to trace the year of manufacture by serial number. It was amazing and full of suspect which made me read on into the night. With single story homes for sale in winchester, ca.
One of one thousand winchester model 1876 rifle go under. Wilson stating his belief that, although factory records do not confirm no. The winchester book 1 of signed george madis auction. Winchester s military camps in the mid 18th century the volume also has a 1 os map of the mid 19th century rescaled to 1. The winchester book the winchester handbook winchester model twelve winchester dates of manufacture by george madis 19810101 covid19 update may 6, 2020. When a modernday construction worker unearths skeletal remains beneath a. Karen adelson barrett sothebys international realty 1688 massachusetts avenue lexington, ma 02420. Page 3 with single story homes for sale in murrieta. I have seen them on the internet from 3500 fired to 6000 unfired new in box. The rifle is accompanied by a factory letter lists the features of model 1873 serial number 35298 as. Whats my model 70 featherweight ultra grade 1 really. The winchester handbook 1 of a 1,000 book signed by george. To attract the highend gun market, winchester guns introduced a special product in the 1800s.
I went through all different emotions which there can be while reading this book. Martin of stock, california, provides some details of model 1876 1 of rifles but does not mention serial no. Rare documented, winchester 1873 one of one thousand 1st. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Considered by most the best book written on the history of the winchester rifle.
The factory letter confirms this rifle shipped on may 10, 1875, with the following features. You must be 18 years of age or older to order and conform to all laws governing the use and ownership of airguns in your local area. Winchester manufactured 6 one of one thousand model 1873 rifles between 1875 and 1879. The winchester book 1 of hard cover book by george madis this 11 tall x 9 wide 655 page hard cover book titled. The winchester book 1 of is in very good condition with light wear. Winchesters military camps in the mid 18th century the volume also has a 1 os map of the mid 19th century rescaled to 1. Markings, sights, special orders, dates, engraving, barrels, years of production, variations, stocks, calibers. The 1 of winchester model 1873 rifles are one of the ultimate prizes in winchester collecting.
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This executive condo has so much to offer its new owners. This collectors reference book is in excellent condition. Winchester intended to make of these guns, but the records show that only about 3 were completed, thus adding to the collector value. A beautifully maintained 2yearold home is ready for a new owner. It will fascinate all winchester collectors, dealers, and enthusiasts. This 3 bedroom 1 full and 1 half bathroom single family.
The stunning 1873 winchester 1 of features a rare half octagon barrel. Wilson states that only about 30 of these rifles had been located by collectors and historians. Just picked up this set of matched set of one of one thousand winchesters, a model 94 in. Rare 1 of 1,000 winchester model 1873 lever action rifle being sold at auction rock island auction company september 8, 2016 auction zip posted on 09092016 2. Browse property details and photos of these homes for sale realtor. First stop was the gun library, kind of a museum, except everything has a price tag on it, where they had quite a variety of mostly long arms, but quite a few handguns too. Im not sure if this is assembled out of parts or run hard and put away wet. Last two blank pages contain list of guns with serial numbers. These and other mccroskie winchesters will join the over 260 winchesters in a firearms auction containing over. It is a 1st edition signed by author, george madis, on title page. The winchester model twelve by george madis alibris. One floor living has 3 bedrooms, including master bedroom and bathroom with a walkin closet, laundry room, separate full guest bathroom, open concept kitchen and living room. Things that most folks out there wouldnt know about.
Enjoy luxurious city living at the beautiful gated villa cortina community. A letter of evaluation of this rifle by winchester expert r. Winchester dates of manufacture 18491984, 1 of paperback january 1, 1984 by george. This book was a huge disappointment, the book itself was a new in box with folded dust wrapper well packed and presented, but that is where the good bit ends, the contents of the book are very minimal for a specialised book like this, with very little in depth information, i expected a book on the lines of the excellent wal winfer falling block rifle series, but this was nothing like as good. It gives a detailed history of the 1873 and 1876 1 of and 1 of 100 weapons that is not only informative but fascinating. This collectible gun was known for exceptional quality and accuracy, and was put in a class known as one of one thousand, gun digest said. The winchester book 1 of signed george madis for sale at. The letter goes on to talk about the winchester 1 of 100, and 1 of, documenting such guns for his numerous books on the subject. I own a 1 of winchester calgary stampede commemorative. Update and customize this 2 bedroom, 1 bath coop in your personal. Excellent reference for the winchester 1 of , and 1 of 100.
In the 1870s, the winchester repeating arms companylaunched an advertising campaign to promote its latest product, the nowfamed 1. Winchester 1st edition this beautiful book, by the recognized authority on winchester firearms, tells the complete story of the winchester company and the people who dreamed of and created the guns. Accompanying this firearm is a letter from author r. Assembly numbers can be found on most higher grade special order 73s and on, to the best of my knowledge all 1 of 100s and 1 of s. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published.
In the 1870s, the winchester repeating arms companylaunched an advertising campaign to promote its latest product, the nowfamed 1 of series. The winchester book 1 of limited edition signed madis, george on. Signed by author very good plus condition or a little better. Sliding glass doors in the dining room opens to the back yard. Have both of campbells books on the 1885 singleshot, but would like a book that is more oriented on the gunsmithing end of things. Inscribed in ink by the author to a collector on the title page. I started collecting and shooting the winchester model 1893 lever action rifle. The top of the barrel lettering is barely visible can just make out the 1 of and winchester arms.
Rare 1 of 1,000 winchester model 1873 lever action rifle. Rare documented, winchester 1873 one of one thousand 1st model. Is there a for sure way to tell if a winchester model of 1873 1 of is the real genuine article. The winchester handbook by george madis, 1981, art and reference house edition, in english 1st ed. The author, most recently, of pacificsays theres at least one kind of narrative he avoids. The winchester book 1 of signed george madis for sale. The gun was equipped with a set trigger, ladder tang sight, a globe front sight and cleaning rod. Gilt embossed title and embossed winchester 12 on the front cover of the book. When george madis was alive he told me about certain things that only the 1 of would have.