Browning 1886 45-70 GOVT

Updated September 9, 2026

Browning Model 1886 High Grade Limited Edition Lever-Action Rifle — .45-70 Govt — "1 of 3000" — Gold Inlay Bison & Elk Engraving — MFG 1986 Lot Description: Up for auction is a stunning Browning Model 1886 High Grade Limited Edition rifle, chambered in the classic .45-70 Government cartridge and manufactured in 1986 by Miroku in Japan for Browning Arms Company (Morgan, Utah & Montreal, P.Q.). This is a highly collectible lever-action rifle from Browning's celebrated commemorative/high-grade series, individually serial numbered and marked "1 OF 3000" on the barrel, confirming its place in a strictly limited production run. Key Features: Model: Browning Model 1886, High Grade / Limited Edition (Grade I) Caliber: .45-70 Govt Action: Lever-action, exposed hammer, tang-mounted rear sight Limited Edition Marking: "1 OF 3000" engraved on barrel Manufacture Date: 1986 Origin: Made in Japan (Miroku) for Browning Arms Company Receiver: Case-color/nickel-finished steel with deep, hand-detailed scroll engraving Gold Inlays: Exquisite 24k gold-inlaid wildlife scenes — a gold bison (buffalo) on the loading gate side and a gold elk/bull and cow elk pair in a mountain forest scene on the reverse side of the receiver Wood: High-grade, richly figured American walnut stock and forend with fine diamond-point checkering Metal Finish: Deep polished blue barrel and magazine tube with contrasting nickel/silver receiver Hardware: Gold-toned trigger and lever loop accents Condition: Excellent — displays minimal handling wear, crisp engraving lines, and a bright, well-preserved bore and finish; appears to be in collector/safe-queen condition Why Collectors Should Take Note: The Browning Model 1886 is a faithful reproduction of the historic Winchester Model 1886, one of John Moses Browning's most iconic lever-action designs. Browning's High Grade commemorative editions — like this 1 of 3000 limited run — are prized by collectors for their exceptional fit and finish, factory gold-inlaid game scenes, and increasingly scarce availability on the secondary market. This example's dual wildlife motifs (American bison and elk) make it a standout addition to any collection of Browning lever-action rifles, Winchester 1886 commemoratives, or fine engraved sporting firearms.

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