Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this limited edition large loop lever-action rifle for a penny-start auction; this is the Winchester 94AE Hopalong Cassidy Tribute Rifle Commissioned by America Remembers!
The Winchester Model 94 Rifle pays tribute to America's first television cowboy hero, William Boyd as Hopalong Cassidy, and is limited to an edition of just 500 pieces. Each Tribute rifle is adorned with unique artwork crafted by skilled artisans specifically commissioned by America Remembers, ensuring that every detail is thoughtfully designed to honor this iconic character. This example will also ship with two pocket knives commemorating Hopalong Cassidy and two Hopalong Cassidy books by Clarence E. Mulford!
This example is number 302 of 500 made!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester (Commissioned by America Remembers)
Model: 94AE Hopalong Cassidy Tribute Rifle
Serial: 6260456
Caliber: .30-30 Win
Finish: Blue with Nickel Receiver and 24-karat Gold Accents
Barrel Length: 20" Round
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade on Ramped Base Front with Elevator Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Straight Grip Stock and Forearm
Action: Large Loop Lever Action Rifle
Markings: Standard / Right side of the receiver features a detailed portrait of William Boyd in nickel and blue, framed in a 24-karat gold shield. The name William Boyd is etched permanently in gold, and a banner with his dates of birth and death is featured. Hoppy called the Bar 20 Ranch home, so you will also find “Bar-20” on the receiver. The left side of the receiver features “Topper,” Hoppy’s faithful horse. Note the detail on the image of Topper. A saddle with the “HC” initials and a banner reading “Hopalong Cassidy” is highlighted in gold, nickel, and blue. The large loop lever is decorated in nickel and blued and features the well-known trademark of Hopalong Cassidy – the steer head from his bolo tie.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 1894, often referred to as the Winchester 94 or Model 94, stands as an iconic lever-action repeating rifle and a cornerstone of hunting rifle history. Designed by the renowned firearms inventor John Browning, the Model 1894 debuted in 1894 and was originally chambered for the .32-40 Winchester and .38-55 Winchester black powder cartridges. Its introduction of the smokeless powder cartridge, the .30 WCF (later known as the .30-30 Winchester), in 1895 marked a significant advancement in rifle technology. By 1901, Winchester further innovated with the .32 Winchester Special, starting production of these rifles in 1902. The Model 1894 was produced by Winchester Repeating Arms Company from its inception until 1980 and continued under U.S. Repeating Arms until 2006. Today, reproductions are made by the Miroku company of Japan and imported by Browning Arms Company of Morgan, Utah. Firearms historians like R. L. Wilson and Hal Herring have hailed the Model 1894 as the "ultimate lever-action design," underscoring its pivotal role in firearms history. It is credited with popularizing the Winchester name across all lever-action rifles and remains the first commercial sporting rifle to exceed 7,000,000 units sold. Its enduring legacy reflects both its innovative design and its profound impact on hunting and sporting rifles.
Model: 94AE Hopalong Cassidy Tribute Rifle
Serial: 6260456
Caliber: .30-30 Win
Finish: Blue with Nickel Receiver and 24-karat Gold Accents
Barrel Length: 20" Round
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade on Ramped Base Front with Elevator Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Straight Grip Stock and Forearm
Action: Large Loop Lever Action Rifle
Markings: Standard / Right side of the receiver features a detailed portrait of William Boyd in nickel and blue, framed in a 24-karat gold shield. The name William Boyd is etched permanently in gold, and a banner with his dates of birth and death is featured. Hoppy called the Bar 20 Ranch home, so you will also find “Bar-20” on the receiver. The left side of the receiver features “Topper,” Hoppy’s faithful horse. Note the detail on the image of Topper. A saddle with the “HC” initials and a banner reading “Hopalong Cassidy” is highlighted in gold, nickel, and blue. The large loop lever is decorated in nickel and blued and features the well-known trademark of Hopalong Cassidy – the steer head from his bolo tie.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 1894, often referred to as the Winchester 94 or Model 94, stands as an iconic lever-action repeating rifle and a cornerstone of hunting rifle history. Designed by the renowned firearms inventor John Browning, the Model 1894 debuted in 1894 and was originally chambered for the .32-40 Winchester and .38-55 Winchester black powder cartridges. Its introduction of the smokeless powder cartridge, the .30 WCF (later known as the .30-30 Winchester), in 1895 marked a significant advancement in rifle technology. By 1901, Winchester further innovated with the .32 Winchester Special, starting production of these rifles in 1902. The Model 1894 was produced by Winchester Repeating Arms Company from its inception until 1980 and continued under U.S. Repeating Arms until 2006. Today, reproductions are made by the Miroku company of Japan and imported by Browning Arms Company of Morgan, Utah. Firearms historians like R. L. Wilson and Hal Herring have hailed the Model 1894 as the "ultimate lever-action design," underscoring its pivotal role in firearms history. It is credited with popularizing the Winchester name across all lever-action rifles and remains the first commercial sporting rifle to exceed 7,000,000 units sold. Its enduring legacy reflects both its innovative design and its profound impact on hunting and sporting rifles.
Hopalong Cassidy is a fictional cowboy hero created by author Clarence E. Mulford in 1904, who wrote a series of short stories and novels featuring the character. Initially depicted as rude, dangerous, and rough-talking, Cassidy earned his nickname after being shot in the leg during a gunfight, which caused him to walk with a slight "hop." From the 1930s to the 1950s, the character became closely associated with actor William Boyd, who portrayed Cassidy in a series of sixty-six films from 1935 to 1948, as well as in children’s radio and TV series that continued until 1952. Boyd’s interpretation of Cassidy diverged significantly from Mulford's original, presenting a clean-cut hero who drank sarsaparilla and never shot first. The plots of these adaptations were generally not based on Mulford's writings. At the height of Cassidy's popularity in the early 1950s, the character inspired a vast array of merchandise, a comic strip, additional novels by Louis L'Amour (under the pseudonym Tex Burns), and even a short-lived amusement park called "Hoppyland" in Venice, Los Angeles.
The Winchester Model 94 Rifle pays tribute to America's first television cowboy hero, William Boyd, as Hopalong Cassidy. On the right side of the receiver, a detailed portrait of William Boyd is showcased in nickel and blue, framed within a 24-karat gold shield. His name is elegantly etched in gold, accompanied by a banner displaying his dates of birth and death. Given Cassidy’s connection to the Bar 20 Ranch, the receiver also features the inscription “Bar-20.” On the left side, you'll find “Topper,” Hoppy’s faithful horse, rendered with meticulous detail, including a saddle marked with the initials “HC” and a banner reading “Hopalong Cassidy,” all highlighted in gold, nickel, and blue. The rifle has a large loop lever, adorned in nickel and blued finishes, and displays the iconic steer head trademark from Cassidy's bolo tie. The blued barrel features the name of the Tribute in gold, while the barrel bands are decorated in nickel, and the hammer and trigger are accented in gold, making this rifle a stunning homage to a beloved character.
Contents:
Contents:
The owner states that this example remains New Old Stock, showing no evidence of consumer use or handling that we can do. Additionally, it will ship with a wooden Winchester 94 display case lined with navy blue velvet and featuring a plexiglass cover, a white Winchester box used for storage purposes (labeled non-matching), a serial matching certificate of authenticity, and all other contents and accessories pictured above!
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.
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