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The Winchester Model 1886 in 45-90 is a lever-action rifle built on the legacy of one of history's most respected big-game platforms. This Short Rifle Carbine configuration pairs classic Winchester engineering with practical dimensions for hunters and collectors who appreciate substantial caliber performance without excessive length. The 45-90 cartridge delivers the kind of stopping power that made the original 1886 a legend in the field—a genuine classic round that remains effective for hunting and sport shooting where heavy-hitting capability matters.
What sets this carbine apart is its thoughtful balance of tradition and shootability. The Grade I walnut straight-grip stock and carbine-style forearm give you a rifle that handles naturally and points intuitively. The 24-inch round barrel with polished blued finish and steel barrel band provides the weight distribution that makes lever-actions famous for smooth, reliable cycling. The full-length magazine tube holds 8 cartridges, feeding them through the proven Winchester action that has earned its place in gun cabinets for over a century. The steel receiver is finished in polished blue, drilled and tapped for scope or receiver-mounted optics, with a saddle ring for traditional carry or mounting.
Sights are period-appropriate and functional: a carbine ladder-style rear sight and blade front sight let you shoot and hunt right out of the box. The rifle is equally at home as a working hunting rifle, a collector's piece, or the centerpiece of a lever-action enthusiast's safe. If you're drawn to rifles that combine genuine heritage with honest performance, the Model 1886 in 45-90 rewards that confidence.
| Manufacturer | Winchester |
| Model | 1886 Short Rifle Carbine |
| Caliber | 45-90 |
| Barrel Length | 24 inches |
| Barrel Finish | Polished blued |
| Receiver | Steel, polished blued |
| Stock Material | Grade I walnut |
| Stock Style | Straight grip with carbine-style forearm |
| Magazine Type | Full-length magazine tube |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 cartridges |
| Action Type | Lever-action |
| Rear Sight | Carbine ladder-style |
| Front Sight | Blade |
| Receiver Mounts | Drilled and tapped for receiver-mounted optics |
| Accessories | Saddle ring, steel barrel band |
Yes. The 45-90 is a substantial cartridge with serious stopping power, making it well-suited for hunting applications where a heavy-hitting lever-action is appropriate. The carbine length keeps it maneuverable in the field, while the 24-inch barrel maintains velocity and handling balance.
The receiver is drilled and tapped for receiver-mounted optics, so yes—you can add a scope or receiver sight if you wish. The carbine ladder-style rear sight and blade front sight also come ready to use out of the box.
The full-length magazine tube holds 8 cartridges of 45-90 ammunition.
The rifle comes with the saddle ring and steel barrel band. Sights are factory-installed. No separate accessories are listed as included.


SKU: 120916424 • Width: 7.2in • Height: 3.2in • Depth: 51in • Weight: 8.7oz





Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Winchester Model 1886 in 45-90 is a lever-action rifle built on the legacy of one of history's most respected big-game platforms. This Short Rifle Carbine configuration pairs classic Winchester engineering with practical dimensions for hunters and collectors who appreciate substantial caliber performance without excessive length. The 45-90 cartridge delivers the kind of stopping power that made the original 1886 a legend in the field—a genuine classic round that remains effective for hunting and sport shooting where heavy-hitting capability matters.
What sets this carbine apart is its thoughtful balance of tradition and shootability. The Grade I walnut straight-grip stock and carbine-style forearm give you a rifle that handles naturally and points intuitively. The 24-inch round barrel with polished blued finish and steel barrel band provides the weight distribution that makes lever-actions famous for smooth, reliable cycling. The full-length magazine tube holds 8 cartridges, feeding them through the proven Winchester action that has earned its place in gun cabinets for over a century. The steel receiver is finished in polished blue, drilled and tapped for scope or receiver-mounted optics, with a saddle ring for traditional carry or mounting.
Sights are period-appropriate and functional: a carbine ladder-style rear sight and blade front sight let you shoot and hunt right out of the box. The rifle is equally at home as a working hunting rifle, a collector's piece, or the centerpiece of a lever-action enthusiast's safe. If you're drawn to rifles that combine genuine heritage with honest performance, the Model 1886 in 45-90 rewards that confidence.
| Manufacturer | Winchester |
| Model | 1886 Short Rifle Carbine |
| Caliber | 45-90 |
| Barrel Length | 24 inches |
| Barrel Finish | Polished blued |
| Receiver | Steel, polished blued |
| Stock Material | Grade I walnut |
| Stock Style | Straight grip with carbine-style forearm |
| Magazine Type | Full-length magazine tube |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 cartridges |
| Action Type | Lever-action |
| Rear Sight | Carbine ladder-style |
| Front Sight | Blade |
| Receiver Mounts | Drilled and tapped for receiver-mounted optics |
| Accessories | Saddle ring, steel barrel band |
Yes. The 45-90 is a substantial cartridge with serious stopping power, making it well-suited for hunting applications where a heavy-hitting lever-action is appropriate. The carbine length keeps it maneuverable in the field, while the 24-inch barrel maintains velocity and handling balance.
The receiver is drilled and tapped for receiver-mounted optics, so yes—you can add a scope or receiver sight if you wish. The carbine ladder-style rear sight and blade front sight also come ready to use out of the box.
The full-length magazine tube holds 8 cartridges of 45-90 ammunition.
The rifle comes with the saddle ring and steel barrel band. Sights are factory-installed. No separate accessories are listed as included.
SKU: 120916424 • Width: 7.2in • Height: 3.2in • Depth: 51in • Weight: 8.7oz

