Winchester Model 94AE 94-AE .357 Magnum 20″ Lever Action Rifle, 1992-1997
SOLD FOR: $1300
LSB#: 210924GB01
Make: Winchester
Model: 94AE
Serial Number: 6466553
Year of Manufacture: 1992-1997
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Action Type: Lever Action Rifle with Angle Eject and Tubular Magazine
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER MODEL 94AE CAL. 357 MAG. / -MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A. WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL-”. The top of the barrel bears the Winchester proof mark. The bottom of the receiver is marked with the serial number to the left of the side plate.
Barrel Length: 20″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade dovetailed to the top of the barrel. The rear sight is a U-notch elevator sight with a white triangle aim guide that is dovetailed to the barrel. The notch is fine adjustable.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are smooth walnut with a banded forearm, straight grip, straight comb, and a checkered hard rubber Winchester buttplate. The wood shows just a couple sparse little marks. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the checkered hard rubber Winchester plate, which shows light wear. The stocks rate in about Fine-Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows some light scratches and a patch of frost on the right side of the receiver. There is a faint scuff on the right side of the barrel near the receiver. There is also some faint rost on the top of the receiver and upper tang. There is some cosmoline in the action. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are crisp. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine-Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: This rifle has certainly not been shot much. The action is still stiff and the wood and finish are in Fine-Excellent condition. This rifle would make a great field gun which at fewer than 7 pounds would not tire your back or wear down your knees. Chambered in one of the great standard American rifle rounds, ammo is usually easy to get and you’ll be a part of the next generation to hunt with a .357 Magnum Lever Action. Please see our photos and good luck!