Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this lever-action rifle for a penny-start auction…this is the Winchester Model 1894!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1894
Serial: 11245
Date of Manufacture: 1895
Caliber: .32-40
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 26" Octagon Barrel
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Straight Grip Stock
Action: Lever-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 1894 in .32-40 Winchester is a fine example of one of the most iconic lever-action rifles ever produced. Designed by John Browning and introduced in 1894, this rifle marked a turning point in firearms history as the first commercial American repeating rifle built for smokeless powder cartridges. This particular configuration features a 26-inch octagon barrel with a dovetail blade front sight and adjustable rear sight, giving it both accuracy and the long, balanced profile favored by sportsmen of the late 19th century. The rifle is finished in a traditional blued steel and paired with a smooth straight-grip hardwood stock, offering both durability and timeless appeal. Chambered in .32-40, one of the original cartridges for the model, this rifle reflects its early heritage, as the .32-40 and .38-55 were the first rounds introduced before the more famous .30-30 Winchester followed in 1895. Over the course of its long production history, the Model 1894 went on to become one of the most successful sporting rifles ever made, with more than 7 million units produced. Hunters especially valued it for its combination of reliable firepower, comfortable handling, and quick lever-action cycling—qualities that made it ideal for use in dense woods and on medium game like deer. Early examples such as this .32-40 chambered sporting rifle are especially desirable to collectors for their historical significance and connection to Winchester’s transition into the smokeless powder era. More than just a hunting rifle, the Model 1894 became a true cultural icon, associated with generations of American outdoorsmen and carried by soldiers, ranchers, and even world leaders. This particular rifle, with its early chambering and classic features, represents not only a piece of Winchester history but also a cornerstone of American firearms heritage.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: 1894
Serial: 11245
Date of Manufacture: 1895
Caliber: .32-40
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 26" Octagon Barrel
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Straight Grip Stock
Action: Lever-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 1894 in .32-40 Winchester is a fine example of one of the most iconic lever-action rifles ever produced. Designed by John Browning and introduced in 1894, this rifle marked a turning point in firearms history as the first commercial American repeating rifle built for smokeless powder cartridges. This particular configuration features a 26-inch octagon barrel with a dovetail blade front sight and adjustable rear sight, giving it both accuracy and the long, balanced profile favored by sportsmen of the late 19th century. The rifle is finished in a traditional blued steel and paired with a smooth straight-grip hardwood stock, offering both durability and timeless appeal. Chambered in .32-40, one of the original cartridges for the model, this rifle reflects its early heritage, as the .32-40 and .38-55 were the first rounds introduced before the more famous .30-30 Winchester followed in 1895. Over the course of its long production history, the Model 1894 went on to become one of the most successful sporting rifles ever made, with more than 7 million units produced. Hunters especially valued it for its combination of reliable firepower, comfortable handling, and quick lever-action cycling—qualities that made it ideal for use in dense woods and on medium game like deer. Early examples such as this .32-40 chambered sporting rifle are especially desirable to collectors for their historical significance and connection to Winchester’s transition into the smokeless powder era. More than just a hunting rifle, the Model 1894 became a true cultural icon, associated with generations of American outdoorsmen and carried by soldiers, ranchers, and even world leaders. This particular rifle, with its early chambering and classic features, represents not only a piece of Winchester history but also a cornerstone of American firearms heritage.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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