Winchester Model 1894 94 Carbine 20″ .30-30 WCF Lever Action Rifle 1950 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,225.00
LSB#: LSB260507EO036
Make: Winchester
Model: 94 Carbine
Serial Number: 1699699
Year of Manufacture: 1950 / C&R
Caliber: .30-30 Winchester Center Fire (WCF)
Action Type: Lever Action Rifle with Full-Length Tubular Magazine
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S. OF AMERICA / -WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL-“, “-WINCHESTER- / -TRADE MARK-“, “MODEL 94 – 30-30 Win-“. The top of the barrel at the receiver and the top of the receiver’s chamber ring are marked with ovalled “WP” proofs. The underside of the receiver is marked with the serial number.
Barrel Length: 20″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded beaded blade dovetailed to a textured, ramped base integral to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a u-notch semi-buckhorn elevator sight with fine elevation adjustment, dovetailed to the barrel.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece smooth walnut with banded forend, straight grip, straight comb and checkered steel buttplate. The LOP is 13″ from trigger to buttplate. There are scratches and compression dents throughout. There are no chips or cracks. Overall this stock is in Good to Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright. The rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. There is some stubborn copper fouling. In this writer’s opinion this bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 90% of its original finish. There are light scratches and minor corrosion stains throughout. There is handling and operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall this rifle is in Good to Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The rifle has a half-cock and a lever safety. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 94 Carbine is one of John M. Browning’s most enduring lever-action designs, combining compact handling, dependable operation, and the practical power of the .30-30 Winchester cartridge. This 1950 example features the classic 20″ barrel, full-length tubular magazine, two-piece walnut stocks, hooded front sight, semi-buckhorn rear sight, and checkered steel buttplate. Its traditional configuration and pre-1964 manufacture give it strong appeal as both a vintage sporting arm and a collectible Winchester.
Introduced in 1894, the Winchester Model 94 became one of the most successful sporting rifles ever produced and helped establish the .30-30 Winchester as a standard North American deer cartridge. Its lightweight construction, fast lever action, and compact profile made it especially effective in timber and brush country. Pre-64 examples remain particularly desirable for their traditional New Haven manufacture, forged and machined components, and close connection to the classic era of American sporting-rifle production.
This rifle retains about 90% of its original finish, with light scratches, minor corrosion staining, and honest handling and operational wear. The walnut stocks remain in Good to Very Good condition with scattered dents and scratches but no chips or cracks. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion, rating 9/10 despite stubborn copper fouling, while the action and safety systems function correctly. Overall, this is a well-preserved pre-64 Model 94 Carbine in Good to Very Good condition with strong collector and sporting appeal. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the condition and good luck with your bids! MF