Winchester Model 1892 Solid-Frame Rifle, .32-20 Win, 24-Inch Octagon Barrel (1911)
Manufactured in 1911, this Winchester Model 1892 is a solid-frame, standard rifle chambered in .32-20 Win with a 24-inch octagon barrel and full-length tubular magazine. It features the John M. Browning–designed 1892 action, an open-top, top-eject receiver, and classic straight-grip walnut furniture with a steel crescent buttplate. Its period-correct configuration and 1910s production make it a strong example for collectors and enthusiasts of early 20th-century Winchesters.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Fouling: Mild Fouling - Light buildup of fouling or dirt.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are visible handling and use marks on the metal and wood. The bore shows some age-consistent pitting in certain areas. Please refer to the photos for close-up views.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 1892 solid-frame rifle chambered in .32-20 Win
This Model 1892 is a non-takedown, solid-frame rifle in the classic standard configuration of its era. It carries a 24-inch octagon barrel paired with a full-length tubular magazine, providing an 8+1 capacity in .32-20 Win. The rifle uses a standard-size lever loop and an external spur hammer consistent with the period design.
The action is the John M. Browning–designed 1892, known for its compact, smooth-running layout. This example retains the open-top, top-eject receiver design and a steel receiver appropriate for a working rifle of the early 1910s.
Sighting equipment is period-correct iron: a dovetailed front sight and an adjustable sporting rear leaf with a stepped elevator. The barrel, upper tang, and caliber markings are present as described.
The stock set is straight-grip walnut with a steel crescent buttplate and a steel forend cap, offering a classic shoulder fit. Length of pull measures 12.75 inches, aligning with early Winchester rifle dimensions from this timeframe.