Winchester Model 1890 / Model 90 .22 WRF - 24" Octagon Barrel, Repaired Stock, Vintage Ammo - Fair - 662808

Iconic Slide-Action Gallery & Field Rifle

Designed by John and Matthew Browning, the Winchester Model 1890 (later designated the Model 90) was Winchester’s first highly successful slide-action rimfire rifle and became the standard by which all other pump .22s were judged. Revered for its smooth top-ejecting action, classic takedown frame, and balance, the Model 90 served as the quintessential American shooting gallery rifle, farm gun, and small-game hunter for over four decades.

Serial number 662808 features a classic 24-inch octagon barrel chambered specifically in the hard-hitting .22 Winchester Rimfire (.22 WRF) cartridge. This honest example displays a natural patina, complete with period-correct takedown mechanics, and includes two vintage original boxes of Winchester Super-X .22 WRF ammunition. Offered in fair condition, it represents a piece of classic Winchester repeating rifle history.

Condition and Action Highlights

Overall Status: Rated in fair condition overall due to wood repair/fitment play and age-consistent metal patina, maintaining sound mechanical operation and a functional bore.

Finish & Metalwork: The original blued finish has aged naturally into a smooth plum/gray patina across the octagon barrel and receiver. All high edges show finish thinning, but the metal surfaces are completely free of active rust, pitting, or corrosion. Takedown and assembly screws show typical slot wear/handling marks.

Wood Furniture & Fitment: The straight-grip hardwood stock has undergone a prior structural split/crack repair. A crack remains visible, and there is a slight wobble/play in the wood-to-tang fitment. The ribbed slide forend remains structurally intact.

Action & Mechanics: Mechanically functional. The pump slide cycles with slight drag, the hammer cocks cleanly, the half-cock safety notch holds firm, and the takedown thumb screw operates properly.

Bore Condition: The bore is in good condition for its age—showing minor dark spot pitting throughout, but retaining distinct, continuous rifling.

Included Accessories: Accompanied by two (2) vintage original boxes of Winchester Super-X .22 WRF ammunition (collector ammo value).

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: Winchester Repeating Arms Co. (New Haven, CT)

Model: Model 90 (Model 1890)

Serial Number: 662808

Caliber: .22 Winchester Rimfire (.22 WRF)

Barrel Length: 24.0 Inches (Octagon)

Action Type: Slide-Action / Pump-Action (Takedown Frame)

Finish: Aged Natural Plum/Gray Patina

Stock Material: Straight-Grip Walnut Sporter Stock (Repaired) & Ribbed Pump Forend

Feed System: Tubular Magazine

Accessories: Two (2) Vintage Boxes of Winchester Super-X .22 WRF Ammunition