Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this lever-action rifle for a penny-start auction…this is the Winchester Model 94.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 94
Serial: 1626525
Date of Manufacture: 1949
Caliber: .30 WCF
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 20"
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade Front with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Straight Grip Stock and Forearm
Action: Lever-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1949 Winchester Model 94 is one of the classic postwar examples of America’s most famous lever-action hunting rifle, produced during a period when Winchester Repeating Arms Company was still manufacturing firearms with the high polish, forged-steel parts, and hand-fitted craftsmanship that made pre-1964 Winchesters legendary among collectors and hunters. Designed by John Moses Browning and introduced in 1894, the Winchester 94 became one of the most successful sporting rifles ever made, and by 1949, it had already earned a decades-long reputation as the quintessential American deer rifle. Most rifles from this era were chambered in .30-30 Winchester or .32 Winchester Special, cartridges that became closely associated with woods hunting throughout North America for their practical power, moderate recoil, and effectiveness on deer-sized game. One of the defining characteristics of a 1949 Winchester 94 is its traditional forged-steel receiver and beautifully machined components, produced before Winchester’s cost-cutting manufacturing changes of the 1960s. These rifles typically featured deep polished bluing, smooth walnut stocks with steel buttplates or hard rubber plates, saddle rings on some carbines, and Winchester’s classic top-eject lever-action design with a tubular magazine beneath the barrel. The rifle’s slim profile, light weight, and compact dimensions gave it exceptional handling qualities in dense woods and brush country, where quick target acquisition and fast follow-up shots were highly valued.
Model: 94
Serial: 1626525
Date of Manufacture: 1949
Caliber: .30 WCF
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 20"
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade Front with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Straight Grip Stock and Forearm
Action: Lever-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1949 Winchester Model 94 is one of the classic postwar examples of America’s most famous lever-action hunting rifle, produced during a period when Winchester Repeating Arms Company was still manufacturing firearms with the high polish, forged-steel parts, and hand-fitted craftsmanship that made pre-1964 Winchesters legendary among collectors and hunters. Designed by John Moses Browning and introduced in 1894, the Winchester 94 became one of the most successful sporting rifles ever made, and by 1949, it had already earned a decades-long reputation as the quintessential American deer rifle. Most rifles from this era were chambered in .30-30 Winchester or .32 Winchester Special, cartridges that became closely associated with woods hunting throughout North America for their practical power, moderate recoil, and effectiveness on deer-sized game. One of the defining characteristics of a 1949 Winchester 94 is its traditional forged-steel receiver and beautifully machined components, produced before Winchester’s cost-cutting manufacturing changes of the 1960s. These rifles typically featured deep polished bluing, smooth walnut stocks with steel buttplates or hard rubber plates, saddle rings on some carbines, and Winchester’s classic top-eject lever-action design with a tubular magazine beneath the barrel. The rifle’s slim profile, light weight, and compact dimensions gave it exceptional handling qualities in dense woods and brush country, where quick target acquisition and fast follow-up shots were highly valued.
Mechanically, the Model 94 used a strong and remarkably simple lever-action system that provided reliable feeding and rapid cycling while remaining easy to carry and maintain in harsh field conditions. In practical use, the 1949 Winchester 94 became a trusted hunting companion for countless American outdoorsmen during the postwar era, especially among deer hunters throughout the Midwest, Appalachians, and Canadian woods. Shooters frequently praised the rifle’s natural pointing qualities, quick handling, and smooth lever action, while the .30-30 chambering earned a reputation for dependable terminal performance at typical hunting distances. The rifle also developed enormous cultural significance as one of the defining firearms of rural America, often passed down through generations as family hunting rifles. Because 1949 production falls well within Winchester’s highly collectible pre-1964 period, surviving rifles in original condition are especially desirable among collectors today. The 1949 Winchester Model 94 remains admired not only for its historical importance and craftsmanship but also for its enduring reputation as one of the finest and most iconic lever-action sporting rifles ever produced.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with all contents pictured above. Please Note: Ammo will ship separately.
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.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
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Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1180316216 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-06-14 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
435 |
