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marking,s on model 1894

lever fan
G,DAY All .first time here long time shooter .two questions i have on a 1894 38-55 -serial 890xxx under the barrel there is a mark looks like a 3 leafe clover what does it stand for .And on another 1894 model 32-40 serial 766xxx has a 25 in barrel [yes 1in shorter than 26in on the 38-55 ] in madis book it should have 26in it has the half mag . i have not read any where about 25in barrel,s hope this makes sence lever fan .Australia
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  • tsr1965
    lever fan,

    Good evening, and welcome to the forums here on Gunbroker.

    I am not sure about the 3 leaf clover stamp on your 38-55, but I think it could possibly be an import marking from the importing country.

    As for your 32-40, as you might know the 26 inch barrel was a standard feature, as was the FULL length magazine tube. If the magazine tube is factory, then most likely so is the short barrel, special ordered. To be absolutely sure, we will need to see pictures that are clear and close up of the magazine tube, and barrel. Also pictures of your 38-55 would be a help. There is a stick thread near the top of the Ask the Experts forum, that explains how to post pictures. you will need to use a photo hosting URL, such as www.photobucket.com

    Bert H., is our resident winchester expert, and he will be along shortly. He is among the best of the best...at least twice as good as Midas dreamed of being. If he has a complete serial number, he can give you almost down to the month your rifles were born. Untill then, there is a sticky or two near the top of the Experts forum, that has a bunch of information on the 1894's...mostly provided by Bert, and his research.

    Best
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  • Bert H.
    The marking on the underside of the 38-55 barrel could be almost anything, but it most likely is the steel manufacturer's marking or and inspection stamp. If possible, please post (or send me) a clear picture of it.

    The barrel length on your 32-40 is suspicious. A few pictures of the front 12-inches of the barrel, the front sight dovetail cut, and muzzle face will most likely help solve the mystery.
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  • lever fan
    Thank,s for welcome .I will take picture of all the the things asked for it mite take a cpl of days thanks lever fan
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