Browning Model 1885 High Wall .270 Win Single-Shot Rifle, 28 in Octagon Barrel, Polished Blued, 1994 Miroku Japan
This Browning Model 1885 High Wall in .270 Win stands out with its 28 in octagon steel barrel, recessed crown, and polished blued steel receiver. Manufactured by Miroku in Japan in 1994, it represents Browning-marked production prior to the 1999 brand shift. The forend-hanger system free-floats the barrel, and it comes fitted with a Browning two-piece scope base and rings. Overall condition is excellent.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This rifle shows minimal evidence of prior use. The bore is bright and clean, consistent with the excellent overall condition.
What's Included
- Browning two-piece scope base (installed)
- Scope rings (installed)
The Model 1885 High Wall is a falling-block, single-shot rifle configured for modern centerfire cartridges, here chambered in .270 Win with a 1-round capacity. It features a single, gold-colored trigger and a polished blued steel receiver that complements the classic High Wall profile.
Its 28 in octagon steel barrel includes a recessed crown, and the forend-hanger system is designed to free-float the barrel. This setup is known for maintaining consistent barrel harmonics.
Stock furniture is walnut with a gloss finish and crisp checkering, paired with sling swivel studs and a recoil pad. Length of pull measures 13.0 in, offering a traditional fit.
Produced by Miroku in Japan in 1994, this is Browning-marked production from the 1990s era. The serial code "NW" denotes 1994, and the suffix "247" denotes the High Wall configuration per Browning. The rifle is set up without iron sights and includes installed Browning two-piece scope bases and rings.