The lever action repeating rifles produced by the winchester repeating arms company are easily the most famous and recognizable firearms in american history. Wtbned schwings slide action rifles volume i, and ii on the model 18901906, and 61, 62. Gentlemen, several months ago i bought an original winchester model 1892 made in 19, chambered in 44 w. This brief introduction to the subject covers winchester lever action rifles from the. Receiver finish thinningworn to approximately 50% remaining with no rust or pitting. The six best lever action rifles and when to use them. Adesign winchester lever action gun that won the west. Jan 28, 20 i have an original none fired 1960 winchester english walnut lever action 30 30 i have all the original paper work, and box it came in and box of ammo it came with.
With winchester out of business that rifle is going to only go up and up in value. The model 1873 and the model 1892 were chambered for cartridges that were small enough to be fired in revolvers as well as in rifles. While older units may have either the entire serial number on all the major parts, or the last 4 digits of it on parts than the receiver, the one that counts is the numbers on the receiver. We at north cape publications have endeavored to make it as useful a series as possible. Model 94 current products winchester repeating arms. Found one that appears to be in decent condition in 3030, i want to buy it and use it for hunting whitetail deer in the coming years, iron sights and all. Manufacturertrademark winchester modelconfiguration model 1894 leveraction 19401964 production carbine. It is in completely orig for sale by kelly serafini on gunsamerica 9582934. Winchester made lots of changes to the model 70 in 1964 and thus the pre and post64 war began. The author points out that the winchester leveraction and the. The winchester book 1 of signed george madis for sale. Buy winchester 192627 product catalog the winchester store facsimile by winchester repeating arms isbn. Arthur pirkle is a wellknown collector and dealer in winchester firearms.
The barrel is round 20 in 2535 win, 3030 win, or 3855 win you. I have pictured the worst areas and all are dents rather than gouges into. Born in boston in 1810, winchester s initial foray into business was as a maker of mens shirts. The john browningdesigned winchester model 94 lever action in 3030 winchester was the first commercial sporting riflecartridge that used smokeless gunpowder. Buy winchester slideaction rifles by ned schwing online at alibris. The model 1892 became the second best selling winchester lever action rifle, with a total of 1,004,951 built before it was discontinued in 1941. These features in a lever action permitted the use of highpowered modern shortcase cartridges with spitzer bullets. An archive of our own, a project of the organization for transformative works.
This is the first book in the winchester lever action repeating firearms series, the first new information published in more than 25 years on these fine, historical rifles. This first edition of the winchester classics series features an exhaustive historytold through the eyes of respected firearms expert ned schwingof winchesters innovative and very popular slideaction. Henry 3030 steel case hardened edition, lever action. The model 88 was discontinued in 1973 and is the third bestselling lever action rifle in winchester s history, following only the m1894 and m1892. This book explores the winchesters unique place in history, revealing the technical secrets of their success with a full. Here is the information you requested about your firearm firearm taken from. A very comprehensive and detailed study of the ever popular winchester model 61 and model 62 slideaction rimfire rifles. Contact 275 winchester avenue morgan, ut 84050 8003333288 8018762711. My neighbors brother told me that he had a friend that took some guns to the pawn shop and i had to ask. The barrel is octagon 20 in 357 mag, 4440 wcf 44 mag or 45 lc caliber you have the trails end octagon barrel variation. Excellent condition with blueing at 90 % or better and the wood is also in excellent condidtion. You cant find a book with better information for these vintage winchesters. What is the value of a 1930 3030 winchester rifle it is in good condition find answers now.
Sell your winchester 30 30 for free today on gunsamerica. This first edition of the winchester classics series features an exhaustive history told through the eyes of respected firearms expert ned schwingof winchester s innovative and very popular slide action. October 25, 20 thank you for your interest in our firearms appraisal service. Winchesters seven models of leveraction repeaters were chambered for no fewer than three dozen cartridges, 25 of which were developed by winchesters own technicians. Whether it be the famous winchester repeating rifle, the model 70 bolt action hunting rifle or any other make of firearm, owning a firearm is owning a piece of history. Oliver fisher winchester was an innovative and driven man who saw the future of firearms and built an industrial empire around the lever action rifle. There are chapters on the forerunners, the lever action rifles, the bolt action models, the slide action models, and a section with the header for all models which covers topics that apply to all models. Winchester lever action repeating rifles are an integral part of the folklore of the american west. My little brother not by blood but being my best friends little brother who i have known for over 25 years inherited a winchester mdl 94. The model 1873 was particularly successful, being marketed by the manufacturer as the gun that won the west.
Winchester slideaction rifles by ned schwing alibris. Excellent book covering the history of the winchester. The winchester book 1 of signed george madis auction. Developed from the 1860 henry rifle, winchester rifles were among the earliest repeaters. This rifle has a serial number of 405901 and has a 23 inch round bore. The winchester book the winchester handbook winchester model twelve winchester dates of manufacture. Winchester leveraction repeating rifles are an integral part of the folklore of the american west. In production for 112 years, the model 94 was the first sporting rifle to sell a millionand has now sold seven times that number. Authenticity of this rifle was verified by highly regarded experts in the field and by the winchester museum in cody, wyo. Love this gun, a really fun lever action with history and a classic look.
Winchester leveraction rifles pegler, martin, stacey. Winchester records report that this high dollar rifle was made in 1877, and shipped from the winchester factory in 1878. Tried out my new winchester model 1892 made in 19, 44. Winchester rifle is a comprehensive term describing a series of leveraction repeating rifles. The book considers the repeating rifle from 1840s experimental models, through the henry rifle that saw service in the civil war, to the famed winchester lever action rifle that has become iconic.
The history of winchester firearms 18661992 henshaw, thomas on. I have fired this gun and it very accurate and shoots well. Winchester leveraction rifles is an osprey weapon series book, authored by martin pegler, with illustrations by mark stacey and alan gilliland. Martin pegler has a ba hons in medieval and modern. Winchester serial number research northwest firearms. A few small handling marks on the wood surfaces and a few small blemishes on the blued surfaces, but one of the nicest 94s youll find thats 46 years old. Buy winchester slide action rifles by ned schwing online at alibris. What makes this handy rifle more popular than ever these days is its ability to wear a scope. And that will be the topic of our next installment. What is the price of a winchester rifle 30 30 lever action. Winchester lever action rifle chronology and history.
Sep 30, 2016 the winchester s technological family tree runs through the henry rifle, used during the civil war, and on back to 1849, when inventor walter hunt patented the volition repeating rifle. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Winchester rifles and shotguns was established by oliver f. This book explores the winchesters unique place in the history of firearms, revealing the technical secrets of their success with a full array of color artwork, period. The trails end 94 winchester has a 20 barrel and a plain walnut stock. Find great deals on ebay for winchester 3030 and winchester 3030. Marble arms front sight and adjustable semibuckhorn rear sight drilled and tapped for scope mounts. He is the author of winchester lever action repeating firearms, vol. The model 88 was discontinued in 1973 and is the third bestselling leveraction rifle in winchesters history, following. The model 94 was originally designed to fire the new smokeless powders, so its a bit stronger than earlier lever action designs.
Owning any firearm, however, is owning a piece history. Model 1886 exclusive products winchester repeating arms. Tried out my new winchester model 1892 made in 19, 44 w. Winchester rifle is a comprehensive term describing a series of leveraction repeating rifles manufactured by the winchester repeating arms company. Butt stock is crack free and surprisingly dent free. The first model produced under his name was the model 1866 leveraction rifle.
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Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. My 62 yearold eyes need a tang sight, so i managed to find an original lyman tang sight and it arrived today. This book explores the winchesters unique place in the history of firearms. I asked earlier about the winchester model 1895 lever action 3006 govt rifle that t. He runs the family farm and doesnt have time to research it. The information you provided was used to properly identify the information below. Oct 25, 20 october 25, 20 thank you for your interest in our firearms appraisal service. Winchester 192627 product catalog the winchester store.
Quick takedown model 94 lever action rifle designed for compact carry in a pack or case. Soft rubber buttpad for better recoil management and a ported barrel on 450 marlin models. Shooting gallery books winchester slide action rifles. The model 1873 is commonly known as the gun that won the west. Winchester lever action rifle chronology and history chuck hawks. While its just a standard sporting rifle with a 26 round barrel and a full magazine, what makes it special is that its one of the first 1894s shipped in smokeless caliber 30 wcf. Winchester, by far, is the most famous name in firearms. Sell your winchester 3030 for free today on gunsamerica. Find great deals on ebay for winchester 3030 and winchester 30 30. This winchester model 94 30 30 was made in 1940 which makes it pre world war ii. The winchester model 94 is the worlds most popular leveraction rifle and is ideal for hunting in thick brush for deer, bear, wild hogs and other fastmoving game medium size game or predators. This was a model 92 with a 22 inch round barrel, half magazine, rifle fore end and straight hand stock with a shotgun butt plate. But the latest 94 is most certainly a different gun than a pre1964 gun or a post 1964 gun.
Quick takedown model 94 leveraction rifle designed for compact carry in a pack or case. Winchester must have kept such a fellow both interested and broke. The winchester book the winchester handbook winchester model twelve winchester dates of. The barrel is round 20 in 357 mag, 4440 wcf 44 mag or 45 lc caliber you have the trails end 20 round barrel variation.
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