Winchester Model 94 1894 John Wayne Commemorative .32-40 Lever Action Rifle – All Extras – C&R OK

SOLD FOR: $3,501
Make: 
Winchester
Model: 94 John Wayne Commemorative
Serial Number: JW1126
Year of Manufacture: circa 1980 – On ATF C&R List
Caliber: .32-40 WCF
Action Type: Lever Action Rifle (Large Loop Carbine) with Tubular Magazine
Markings: The right side of the barrel is marked “John Wayne Commemorative”. The left side of the octagonal barrel is marked “Winchester Model 94 .32-40 Win. / Made in New Haven Conn. U.S.A. Winchester Proof Steel”. The serial number is on the underside of the frame and the Winchester Proof is on the barrel at the receiver. Both flats of the receiver are nicely engraved with The Duke’s movies and scenes from the same.
Barrel Length: 18 ½”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a dovetail set blade and the rear sight is a dovetail set leaf with elevator.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are checkered oiled wood. There is one tiny mark on the belly at the toe. The wood otherwise looks new and the “Genuine American Walnut” sticker is still on the belly. The LOP measures 13 3/8″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the blued carbine butt plate. The stocks rate in about Excellent to LNIB overall condition.
Type of Finish: The receiver, lever, barrel bands and medallion in stock are plated. The barrel and magazine tube are blue.
Finish Originality: Factory Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99.9% of its metal finish. We cannot find any wear to mention on the metal. The screw heads are untouched. The markings are crisp. Overall, this rifle rates in about LNIB condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: The original box is included with this gun, with scabbard, gun rack and a full box of ammo. The end label of the box is included but not attached. The sleeve shows light tatters and a few creases, but is otherwise sound. Also provided are: the inner Styrofoam box and lid, Purchase Record Card, Instruction Manual, Warranty Page and the leather lace for the saddle ring. The original wax papers are even retained. All accessories rate in Excellent to LNIB condition. The ad for the Scabbard and Gun Rack that were sold with this rifle are included as are the new in box Scabbard and Gun Rack!
Our Assessment: John Wayne stood larger than life on the silver screen and just as tall in real life. During his long career, he appeared in more than 150 films and audiences around the world recognized him as the one man who best represented the patriotic spirit of America. More than 25 years after his death, John Wayne still ranks among the top 10 most popular movie stars in the annual Harris Poll and his movies continue to be viewed by millions of Americans, ensuring his status as a legendary American icon.

His commemorative rifle has become almost as iconic as the man himself and are themselves among the most collected of the Commemoratives, probably THE most collected. This example comes complete as it was purchased off the shelf in the early 1980s (less the box of ammo.) You’ll be hard pressed to find a better one.

Winchester Model 94 1894 John Wayne Commemorative .32-40 Lever Action Rifle - All Extras - C&R OK
Winchester Model 94 1894 John Wayne Commemorative .32-40 Lever Action Rifle – All Extras – C&R OK