Winchester Model 94 20” .30-30 WCF Lever-Action Rifle, MFD 1951 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,889.00
LSB#: WY240925JT013
Make: Winchester
Model: 94
Serial Number: 1767612
Year of Manufacture: 1951
Caliber: .30-30 Winchester
Action Type: Lever Action Rifle with Full-Length Tubular Magazine
Markings: The left of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER MODEL 94 .30-30 WIN. / WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL TRADE MARK MADE IN U.S.A.” The top of the barrel 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 hooded beaded blade dovetailed to a finely checkered ramp that is screwed to the barrel. The rear sight is a U-notch elevator sight that is dovetailed to the slide. The leaf is finely adjustable for elevation.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece smooth wood with a banded forend, straight grip, straight comb, and checkered steel buttplate. There are small storage marks to the stocks, but nothing offensive. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 12 7/8″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. Overall, the stocks are in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is well defined. There is light erosion in the bore towards the muzzle. This writer rates the barrel at a 8/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are a few scattered light marks including a few light scratches on the barrel and mag tube. There is light finish loss on the operating surfaces of the hammer. The screw heads range from sharp to tool marked. The markings are mostly clear. Overall, this rifle is in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. 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, chambered in .30-30 Winchester, is an iconic lever-action rifle in American firearms history. Introduced in 1894 by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, it quickly became one of the most popular rifles of its time and remains so to this day. Over the years, the Winchester Model 94 has undergone various design changes and improvements, but its classic lever-action design and reputation for reliability have remained constant. It is cherished by collectors and enthusiasts for its historical significance, timeless design, and legendary performance in the field. Post-war guns are a desired subset of Lever Action collecting, still exhibiting the build quality of “The Great Generation”. This gun exudes quality and condition and will make a happy cowboy of the new owner.
– C.M.
