Nice Pre-War Winchester 1894 .32 Win Special 20" Lever Action Carbine, MFD Ca. 1939
Our Assessment:This a Winchester Model 1894 made in 1982 with a 16" round barrel chambered in .32 Winchester Special. The .32 Winchester Special cartridge, like the .30-30 Winchester cartridge of 1895, is necked down from the .38-55 Winchester cartridge of 1884. The .32 Winchester Special differs from the .30-30 Winchester in bullet diameter. More significantly, Winchester decreased the rate of rifling twist in their Model 94 rifle, from 1:12 when chambered for the .30-30 to 1:16 when chambered for the .32 Winchester Special. Winchester used the slower twist to reduce fouling retention when creating a new cartridge for sportsmen who wanted to reload their own ammunition using black powder and cast bullets. It would be perfect for throwing in the back window of your pick-up truck for use on coyotes and other varmints and it would also be a great deer rifle today just as it was when it was made. Good luck with your bidding!
Make:Winchester
Model:1894
Serial Number:1799013
Year of Manufacture:1939
Caliber:.32 Win Special
Action Type:Lever Action
Markings:Standard Winchester 1894 Markings
Barrel Length:20"
Sights / Optics:The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to a ramped riser. . The rear sight is a U shaped notch elevator sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition:The stocks are two piece smooth wood . The wood shows scattered handling and storage marks with a discolored toe on the butt stock. There are some scratches and compressions. The LOP measures 13 1/8 from the front of the trigger to the back of the serrated metal butt plate. The stocks rate in about Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish:Blue
Finish Originality:Original
Bore Condition:The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is a bit of light erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion and for the age, the bore rates a 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition:This rifle retains about 90% of its metal finish. There are small scattered marks and finish loss on some of the leading edges. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics:The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories:None
CA LEGALITY:C&R: YES, CA PPT: NO.
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