Offered in this lot is an early Winchester Model 1890 pump action rifle in scarce and desirable .22 Long caliber, serial number 395855, manufactured 1908. Importantly, the serial number on the receiver matches the serial number on the barrel assembly. The .22 Long cartridge featured a longer case which held more powder with the same 29 grain bullet used in the .22 Short chambering, thus making it more powerful than the standard .22 Short chambering that was also available in the Model 1890 rifle (the .22 Long is still loaded today by CCI and is readily available). This rifle recently turned up in Arizona where the dry climate probably helped this rifle retains so much of its original blue finish. Collectors refer to this unusual and desirable state of preservation as “attic condition.” The standard 24” octagon barrel retains much of its attractive original blue finish as does the receiver. Normally, this model is found with no blue remaining on the receiver. This is especially true for such an early production rifle that has no doubt seen use for a number of decades. All Winchester markings and patent dates on the barrel are sharp and distinct as is the “MODEL 1890” stamping. The barrel ahead of the receiver is clearly marked “22 LONG” and the upper tang retains good Winchester markings. This rifle also retains the original buckhorn rear sight with correct and desirable 1901 patent date. The front sight is the correct short blade with bead. The action is tight and the forend is excellent. The forend screws are also in excellent condition . The butt stock is an uncleaned dark reddish/brown walnut that Winchester was known for. The takedown fit between the receiver and barrel assembly is also tight with no play and the bore retains good rifling. The Model 1890 was one of the most iconic and successful of all 20th Century .22 Rim Fire rifles. Most saw hard use in target shooting, small game hunting and general plinking. Very few have survived in presentable condition today. This is an outstandingly 112 year old Winchester with a very attractive “attic condition” appearance. This firearm qualifies as a Curio & Relic, and requires FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.