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I bought a NIB 1886 in 45-90 to use as a shooter last summer. I didn't know it was a "Limited" edition and was disappointed when it arrived to see the lawyers tang safety and the unnatural looking finish on the wood. I don't know if it will appreciate that much being locked up in the safe or to go out and shoot it. If I start shooting it, I will have some major rework done on it to make it look like an 1886 should.
I also dislike the "Made in Japan" stamping. I know the Japanese build excellent rifles, but I am a proud American that buys American whenever I can.
Your input will be greatly appreciated!
Last edited by Billy_Don; 01/17/12.
When Injustice becomes law, Resistance becomes duty. -Thomas Jefferson
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Those things will never be safe queens,just like most of the Winchester commemeratives, take it out shoot it, modify it ,don't even think twice about it !!!! there Winchester "1886" wanabees!!JMO Don
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trick it out and shoot it
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Campfire Greenhorn
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Thank you gentlemen. I will get it tricked out to my expectations of what a true Winchester 1886 should look like (including the removal of the lawyer tang safety). Then I will get some photos posted for your viewing pleasure.
When Injustice becomes law, Resistance becomes duty. -Thomas Jefferson
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Send it to me for safe keeping.
The original international turd
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