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Winchester Model 1876 Saddle Ring Carbine 45-75 Caliber Rifle - Possible NWMP

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Winchester Model 1876 Saddle Ring Carbine 45-75 Caliber Rifle - Possible NWMP
Canadian Classification: NON-RESTRICTED
Manufacturer: Winchester
Make: Winchester
Model: 1876
Cal: 45-75 Cal.
Barrel Length: 22"
Magazine Capacity: 4
Action/Type: Lever action/Rifle
Length Of Pull: 12.75"
Scope: N/A
Serial Number: 45354

Possible NWMP Rifle sold to Alberta Provincial Police, has APP 4 stamped on lower part of stock behind the tang, NWMP faint cartouche on the right side of buttstock - rubbed out due to policy after sale to Alberta Provincial Police.
https://homestead-service.com/appraisals/winchester/1876/1876Step1_model-configurations.htm
Firearm comes with a letter from a Cody Firearms Museum.
Wood shows scratches, scuffs, dents, few chips & fine hairline cracks in fore stock, finish wear, APP4 marking exists behind the lower tang.
Metal shows patina, rust, scratches, scuffs, light dents, tarnish in areas. Has saddle ring, the loading gate shows a little grinded area on the gate itself.
Bore is lightly pitted.
Gun has not been test fired or inspected by a gunsmith. Action works correctly to the best of our knowledge. We do not clean guns and recommend a thorough cleaning before use.