Winchester Big Bore Model 94 XTR 1894 20” 375 Win Lever Action Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,025.00
LSB#: WY240905SP035
Make: Winchester
Model: 94 XTR
Serial Number: BB027307
Year of Manufacture: 1979-1981
Caliber: .375 Winchester
Action Type: Lever Action Rifle with Full-Length Tubular Magazine
Markings: The left of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER /BIG BORE / MODEL 94 XTR .375 WIN. / MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A. WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL / -TRADE MARK- / -MADE IN U.S.A.-”, the top at the rear has an ovalled “WP” proof. The bottom of the receiver is marked with the serial number at the front.
Barrel Length: 20”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to a serrated, ramped base fixed to the front of the barrel and under a hood. The rear sight is a u-notch leaf with riser dovetailed to the barrel.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece Checkered wood with banded forend, straight grip, straight comb, and Winchester hard rubber buttplate. The stocks have some scattered light marks and compressions. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. Overall, the stocks are in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The action shows some light operation wear. The lever shows rust spots. The screw heads are tool marked. The markings are clear. There are some faint nicks and oxidation on the receiver. Overall, this rifle is in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The rifle has a half-cock safety 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, is one of the most iconic and revered rifles in American firearms history. Introduced in 1894 by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, it has become synonymous with the American West and is often referred to as “the gun that won the West.” The Model 94 is a lever-action rifle, a design that was innovative for its time and contributed significantly to the development of repeating firearms.
The Model 94’s design is characterized by its top-eject action, which expels spent cartridges upwards and away from the shooter. This feature, while limiting scope placement options, contributed to the rifle’s reliability and enduring popularity. The rifle typically features a wooden stock and forend, with a blued steel barrel and receiver, giving it a classic, timeless appearance.
Known for its simplicity, durability, and reliability, the Winchester Model 94 has been a favorite among hunters, particularly for deer hunting in North American forests and brushlands where its moderate range and stopping power are ideal. Over the decades, the Model 94 has been produced in various configurations and special editions, but its core design remains much the same, a testament to its enduring legacy in the world of firearms. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – C.M.
