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Up for sale is an authentic, highly collectible Antique 1926 Winchester Repeating Arms Co.
2-Cell Flashlight. Manufactured in New Haven, Connecticut, this rare piece of early Americana features Winchester's iconic 8-sided octagonal anti-roll head and a flat glass lens. The body is constructed from nickel-plated brass wrapped in its original textured black vulcanized fiber safety grip.
The side of the housing is explicitly stamped with the original patent text: "PAT MAR 30 1926" alongside the factory bulb instructions: "USE BULB NO. 14". This is an exceptional piece for a vintage tool collector or a Winchester firearms enthusiast.
Brand: Winchester Repeating Arms Co.
(Made in USA)
• Era: Late 1920s / Early 1930s
• Construction: Nickel-plated brass body with black vulcanized fiber middle wrap
• Head Style: Octagon (Anti-Roll Design)
• Lens: Flat glass
• Battery Requirements: Takes 2 standard "D"
size batteries
Condition:
This 100-year-old flashlight is in good vintage antique condition with beautiful, honest wear from age.
• Exterior: The black fiber wrap is [Insert:
"100% complete and tight" OR "shows minor wear/fraying at the seams - see photos"]. The nickel plating shows standard light patina and minor scuffs but maintains a great vintage look.
• Interior: The battery compartment tube is [Insert: "clean with no old battery leakage" OR "shows light historical battery crusting near the bottom spring"].
• Functionality: Does not work. May be able to repair.
