Winchester Model 94AE 94-AE XTR .307 Win 20” Lever Action Rifle & Scope
SOLD FOR: $1,375.00
LSB#: WY241006GW098
Make: Winchester
Model: 94 AE XTR
Serial Number: AE15480
Year of Manufacture: 1982-1988
Caliber: .307 Winchester
Action Type: Lever Action Rifle with Full Length Tubular Magazine
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER MODEL 94AE XTR CAL. 307 WIN. / –MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A. WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL–”. The top rear of the barrel at the rear is marked with a circled “WP” proof. The front underside of the receiver is marked with the serial number.
Barrel Length: 20”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded brass beaded blade dovetailed to a serrated, ramped base on the barrel in front of the forward barrel band. The rear sight is a flip-up “U” notched leaf that has a white triangle aim guide that is dovetailed into the top of the barrel, the leaf is fine-adjustable for elevation. The top of the receiver is mounted with a BUSHNELL Scope Chief VI 2.5-8x Riflescope with Duplex Crosshair Reticle. The sight picture is clear. There is light handling wear. The scope rates in Fine condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered walnut with banded forend, straight grip, raised monte carlo comb and an orange Winchester buttpad. There is a sling stud in the belly and one banded to the magazine tube. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. There are a few minor compressions and scratches. There is a small notable scrape on the left side of the buttstock near the front of the comb. The LOP measures 13 3/4? from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The pad has minor discoloration and the logo is sharp. Overall, the stocks are in about Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright. The rifling is sharp. There is corrosion concentrated in the muzzle that leads down the grooves toward the midlength. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. There are a few minor scratches on the receiver and barrel. The action shows light operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in about Fine-Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The hammer has a half cock safety position and there is a functioning lever safety present. The trigger pull 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 94AE XTR .307 Win 20” Lever Action Rifle is a high-performance variant of the classic Winchester Model 1894, designed to handle modern, high-pressure cartridges while maintaining the iconic lever-action design. Introduced in the early 1980s, the Model 94AE (Angle Eject) was a major improvement over previous Winchester 94 models, featuring a redesigned receiver that allowed spent casings to eject at an angle rather than straight up. This modification made it easier to mount a scope, addressing one of the traditional limitations of lever-action rifles.
Chambered in .307 Winchester, the Model 94AE XTR was designed to deliver ballistics similar to the .308 Winchester but in a lever-action platform. The .307 Win cartridge is a rimmed, high-velocity round capable of taking down medium to large game, making this rifle an excellent choice for deer, elk, and black bear hunting. With its 20-inch barrel, the rifle maintains a balance of power and maneuverability, ideal for brush hunting and fast target acquisition. The XTR (Extra Finish) designation signifies a premium grade of wood and metal finishing, giving the rifle a more refined and polished appearance compared to standard models.
The Winchester Model 94AE XTR retains classic lever-action styling, featuring a walnut stock, a blued finish, and a tubular magazine that holds up to six rounds. The addition of the cross-bolt safety in later AE models improved handling and made the rifle safer for modern shooters. Though the .307 Winchester cartridge never achieved widespread popularity, rifles chambered for it remain sought after by collectors and hunters who appreciate its unique blend of power and lever-action heritage. Today, the Model 94AE XTR in .307 Win is a desirable firearm for those who admire classic Winchester craftsmanship combined with modern shooting performance. Please see our photos and good luck! – L.S.
