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Model 1886 Short Rifle

Name: Winchester Model 1886 Short Rifle — 45-70 Govt (Left-Handed)
Brand: Winchester
SKU: winchester-model-1886-short-rifle-534175142
Price: 1599.99 USD
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Lever-action left-hand-friendly · 45-70 Govt

The Winchester Model 1886 Short Rifle is a left-hand-friendly lever action rifle chambered in 45-70 Govt. Its substantial build pairs a 24-inch barrel with a 8.38 lb listed weight, suited to brush hunting, ranch work, and classic woods carry. It wears a satin black walnut stock and brushed polish metalwork.

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Caliber

45-70 Govt

Magazine

8 rounds

Barrel

24"

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Scope base & rings
Match the base to this action's footprint, then pick ring height for your objective diameter.
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Riflescope
Heavier rifles usually mean longer shots — worth the magnification and a repeatable turret.
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Bipod
At this weight the rifle is usually shot from a rest rather than offhand.
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Sling
Carry side is personal — a simple two-point sling works from either shoulder.
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45-70 Govt ammunition
Most rifles shoot one load noticeably better than the rest — buy a few boxes before committing.
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Hard case
Required for airline travel and worth it for any drive to a hunt.
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Full specifications

Manufacturer SKU534175142

ActionLever action

Hand orientationLeft hand friendly

Caliber45-70 Govt

Barrel length24 in

Overall length43 in

Weight8.38 lb

StockSatin Black Walnut

Metal finishBrushed Polish

Magazine8 rounds; full-length tube

Threaded barrelNo

MSRP$1,600

Catalog statusCurrent

Last verified2026-05-30

Other Model 1886 Short Rifle variants

45-90 Win · 24"

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Manufacturer product page ↗https://www.winchesterguns.com/products/rifles/model-1886.html

Is the Winchester Model 1886 Short Rifle right for you?

The Model 1886 Short Rifle is best suited to brush hunting, ranch work, and classic woods carry.

Browse more left-handed 45-70 Govt rifles, lever action rifles, or the full Winchester left-handed lineup.

Key features

Left-hand-friendly layout for southpaw shooters
8.38 lb listed weight (substantial)
24" barrel in 45-70 Govt
Satin Black Walnut stock
Brushed Polish metal finish
Magazine: 8 rounds; full-length tube
MSRP around $1,600

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