Winchester Model 94 Limited Edition 30-30 Win 20” Lever Action Rifle & Case
SOLD FOR: $1,452.00
LSB#: LSB250804MF132
Make: Winchester
Model: Model 94 Limited Edition
Serial Number: 77L474
Year of Manufacture: 1977 (L-suffix production year prefix) 1 of 1500 made (W.A.C.A) Modern
Caliber: .30-30 Winchester
Action Type: Lever Action Rifle, Tubular Magazine
Barrel Length: 20”
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER® MODEL 94 30-30 WIN. / MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A. WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL.” The right side of the barrel is marked “Limited Edition by Winchester” in gold script. The underside of the receiver is engraved “77L474.” Both receiver flats feature gold-washed engraved wildlife scenes framed by scrollwork — a grizzly bear in a forest on the left, and a pair of deer on the right.
Sights / Optics: The rifle is equipped with a hooded blade front sight and an adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight with elevator.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are deluxe select walnut with fine checkering, straight grip, and a satin finish that highlights beautiful grain figure. Fit to the brass-toned receiver is excellent. Only faint storage and handling marks are visible. The checkering remains sharp and clean. The stocks rate in Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: High Polish Blue Barrel & Magazine Tube, Gold-Toned Engraved Receiver, Hammer, and Lever
Finish Originality: Original Factory Finish
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion visible. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The blued components show a deep, even tone with minimal handling evidence. The engraved receiver remains vibrant with clear detail and a smooth surface. The screw heads are sharp, and the markings are crisp. Overall, this is a beautifully preserved example of Winchester’s late-1970s commemorative craftsmanship.
Mechanics: The action functions properly, cycling smoothly with solid lockup typical of the post-’64 Model 94 design. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is the factory fitted wooden presentation case lined in red velvet. The interior houses the rifle securely and retains its original Winchester brass emblem on the lid. No factory paperwork is present.
Our Assessment:
Winchester’s Limited Edition Model 94 rifles of the late 1970s represented the pinnacle of the company’s commemorative craftsmanship, paying homage to both the legendary lever-action and America’s sporting heritage. This particular example, serial number 77L474, was one of 1500 produced in 1977 when Winchester was still operating under the U.S. Repeating Arms banner in New Haven. The rifle features richly engraved game scenes with scroll borders, a gold-toned receiver, and fine walnut furniture — design cues that mirrored the artistry of 19th-century exhibition-grade Winchesters while celebrating modern manufacturing precision.
Chambered in .30-30 Winchester, the rifle honors one of the most iconic American cartridges ever introduced. Since its debut in 1895, the .30-30 Win. has embodied the perfect balance between power and practicality, becoming synonymous with deer hunting across North America. Its flat trajectory and manageable recoil made it the quintessential lever-gun round — a cartridge that helped forge the Winchester legend.
The included factory case and high finish retention make this an outstanding collectible from the classic commemorative era. Though the original paperwork is absent, the rifle’s pristine bore, excellent wood, and brilliant engraving underscore its quality. As a factory display-grade firearm, it stands as both a technical and artistic testament to Winchester’s enduring place in American arms history.
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