Winchester Model 1892 Sporting Rifle, Solid Frame, .32-20 Win., 24 in Octagon Barrel, 1911 Production
This Winchester Model 1892 Sporting Rifle stands out as a 1911-production, solid-frame example chambered in .32-20 Win. (32 W.C.F.). It features a 24-inch full-octagon barrel, a full-length tubular magazine with a stated 13-round capacity, and a small-loop lever. Classic iron sights and factory markings on the tang and barrel complete a configuration that collectors and Winchester enthusiasts look for.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle presents a widespread patina across its finish. Scratches and blemishes are visible on both the metal and the walnut furniture. Pitting is present along the finish. The rifling is present and defined, with some bore blemishing noted.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 1892 Sporting Rifle (solid frame), .32-20 Win., 24-inch octagon barrel
This Sporting Rifle configuration is a non-takedown, solid-frame Model 1892 with a 24-inch full-octagon barrel and full-length tubular magazine. The action is the classic top-eject design with dual vertical locking lugs, paired with a small-loop lever. Chambered in .32-20 Win., it retains the period-correct 32 W.C.F. barrel marking.
Iron sights include a dovetailed front blade and a barrel-mounted open rear sight with a stepped elevator for elevation changes. The wood is straight-grip walnut with an uncheckered buttstock and a smooth fore-end capped in steel, and the length of pull measures 13.0 inches.
Factory markings are present: "MODEL 1892 / WINCHESTER" on the tang and "32 W.C.F." on the barrel. Based on the serial number range, the rifle dates to 1911 per Winchester’s end-of-year serial list and was made in the United States.
Capacity is listed at 13 rounds in the full-length tubular magazine. This configuration represents the traditional 1892 Sporting Rifle layout favored in the early 20th century, with the solid-frame build and octagon barrel that define many desirable examples.