Winchester Model 94 1894 .30-30 W.C.F. 26″ Lever Action Rifle 1907 C&R

More Sold Lever Action Rifles

SOLD FOR: $1,703.00

LSB#: LSB260120GM007

Make: Winchester Repeating Arms

Model: 1894 Rifle

Serial Number: 339424

Year of Manufacture: 1907 / C&R

Caliber: .30-30 Winchester

Action Type: Lever Action Rifle with Tubular Magazine

Markings: The left shoulder of the barrel is marked “-NICKEL STEEL BARREL- / ESPECIALLY FOR SMOKELESS POWDER”, the top is marked “MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. / NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A. PATENTED AUGUST 21. 1894.” and “.30 W.C.F.” at the rear near the chamber. The bottom-front of the receiver is marked “339424”, the top tang is marked “MODEL 1894 / -WINCHESTER- / TRADE MARK”. There are WP proofs on the barrel and receiver. The top of the tang sight is marked “LYMAN” with a logo.

Barrel Length: 26″, Round

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a replacement blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight dovetail is filled with a blank. The top tang is fitted with a Lyman tang peep sight, adjustable for windage and elevation.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are 2-piece smooth walnut with capped forend, straight grip, straight comb, and steel buttplate. The stocks have some minor scattered light nicks, scuffs and scratches. There is a deeper compression mark on the left side wrist. The finish on the stocks is very strong considering the gun’s age. The LOP measures 13 1/8″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The plate is worn 50% to white. Overall, the stocks are in about Very Good condition.

Type of Finish: Blue, Case Hardened Lever and Hammer

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 95% of its metal finish. There are scattered light nicks and scratches. There are a couple spots of thinning on the left side of the receiver. The case coloring on the lever is exceptionally strong. The balance of the finish is very strong throughout. There is thinning on the leading edges, tangs, and muzzle. The action shows very light operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear and sharp. Overall, this rifle is in Very Good to Fine condition as a C&R.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The hammer has a half-cock safety. There is a lever safety. The trigger is crisp. We did not fire 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 1894 rifle followed the other John Browning designed lever action rifles to become one of the most famous and popular hunting rifles of all time. It was the first commercial sporting rifle to sell over 7,000,000 units, making the name “Winchester” synonymous with all lever action rifles. It was also the first commercial American repeating rifle built to be used with smokeless powder. It was introduced in 1894 in two black powder cartridges, the .32-40 and .38-55 Win. rounds, but by the next year Winchester had developed a different steel composition that could handle higher pressures, and the .30-30 Win. family of cartridges was born.

This rifle is in Very Good to Fine condition, retaining approximately 95% of its original blue finish with only minor thinning on the edges, tangs, and muzzle. The case coloring on the lever and hammer remains exceptionally strong, a notable highlight for a rifle of this age. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion, rating 9/10. The rifle is further enhanced by a period Lyman tang-mounted peep sight, offering improved accuracy and a classic upgrade commonly seen on working rifles of the time. The walnut stocks are also very well-preserved, showing only light handling marks and maintaining a strong finish overall. The action functions correctly with a crisp trigger, and the addition of the tang sight combined with the 26” barrel makes this a particularly desirable configuration for both collectors and shooters.

Overall, this is a high-condition early 20th century example of a classic American lever-action rifle, combining historical significance, excellent preservation, and practical shootability. With its strong original finish, desirable features, and solid mechanical function, it stands as a standout piece from Winchester Repeating Arms Company’s golden era of production. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids!