Model 94
I just purchased a Model 94 with the serial #2806281. It appears to me to be a Traditional 30-30 WIN made after 1964. Could you verify that information for me and estimate it's value? The rifle is in real good condition. Thanks.
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I have a Winchester Model 94 serial number 13028xx. Would this be considered a pre-war carbine? I have taken the forearm off and on the flat under the chamber section of the barrel it is marked 30wcf41.
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Hello Rex,
No two guns will shoot the same with the exact same ammo, regardless of when they were made. Lever-actions are not ever going to shoot as well as most bolt-action rifles will, and trying to squeeze them for the utmost accuracy is a waste ot time (at least in my opinion). If you own several different Model 1894 (94) guns, even changing the type or brand of ammo to find the one that shoots the best in each one of them is somewhat of a PITA. My advice is to find one brand and bullet weight that shoots decent in all of them, and then if you really want to play, then experiment with different loads for each of them. Keep in mind that if you can obtain 2" groups at 100 yards, you are doing exceptionally well with a Model 1894(94).0 -
Mr. Mahan,
As Bert has already stated, the M94 is not a "target gun". It is what it is, a compact & fast handling saddle or truck/ATV gun.
To make them shoot better--
The M94 will shoot it's best when kept clean & fowling free. By design, they are easier cleaned from the muzzle than dissambled. Care must be used to protect the crown so a muzzle guide is HIGHLY reccomended. Care & attention to a clean bore will get you the most from any gun, M94's included.
The M94 was built with attention to smooth lines for ease of carry both in a scabbard or in your hands. Any add-ons such as slings, scope, or the like only defeats the original design of "fast handling". A common mistake with a light rifle is to try to control the gun with the sling. With no ridgid full length stock, sling pressure often varies harmonics enough to affect accuracy.
The Winnie '94 30-30 is the best all-round "take with" gun today as it was 100 years ago. Designed then for carry on a horse, still the handiest on an "iron pony" ATV. (or is it because there's a little cowboy left in most of us?)
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I know you wouldnt do it for real, but would it make any difference in accuracy if the magazine forearm were off. Just a question as I assume the only thing stopping them from being accurate is the load on the barrel? 0 -
Rex,
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I know you wouldnt do it for real, but would it make any difference in accuracy if the magazine forearm were off. Just a question as I assume the only thing stopping them from being accurate is the load on the barrel?
Yoy CAN try it, and, you MAY see a difference.
Take a look at what Paco Kelly has to say about the subject:
http://www.leverguns.com/articles/paco/chapter23.htm
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Thanks guys. This is helpful. I also contacted Steves Guns and he seems really knowledgeable. Also, Ive been looking at the various sights both front and rear as well as what ever else can be done. I missed a really good buck this season. It was my fault but it made me decide to get to know the gun really well. 0 -
It's a lever action in certain 100 year old+-"obsolete" calibers.........What Bert said 100%. 0 -
An "OLD" study by Outdoor Life asked what caliber got the most "one shot kills"...The 30-30 WITH 150 GRAINERS tied the 30-06 for the TOP PICK!!! 0 -
The study was for DEER! 0 -
Do you replicas shoot any differnet than the original / old ones? 0 -
I like 94's and own a few myself. If you want the best possible accuracy out of a 94 jack it up and drive a bolt action under it. It is just not a rigid enough rifle to ever be a "tack driver." 0
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