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September 23, 2025
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New to the forum. I have one or more of models 12, 65, 70, 86, 92, 94, 95. I have been told that eventually the thing to do is to hone in on one specific model, but for now I am going through some of the more popular models.
In your opinion, what model should I go after next?
September 22, 2011
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Model 71.
April 15, 2005
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Model 43 22 Hornet 
Then a Model 54 22 Hornet
Of course, and Single Shot in almost any cartridge should be added to any self-respecting Winchester collection…
Bert
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September 22, 2011
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Yes, of course, a Winchester 1885. I didn’t think of that but it IS the next logical choice. So much variety will make you have to decide how to exactly fill that choice.
January 20, 2023
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You could decide to specialize in Winchesters full coverage factory engraved by Louis Nimschke. For most of us that would be a single piece collection.
- Bill
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September 23, 2025
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Zebulon said
You could decide to specialize in Winchesters full coverage factory engraved by Louis Nimschke. For most of us that would be a single piece collection.
I couldn’t afford a one. For all intents and purposes, I am on a standard gun, standard caliber, and light beer kind of budget. The only engraved stuff I can afford says Miroku.
July 14, 2016
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I can’t believe no one has mentioned the 1873! This has become my favourite model.
Collect what you like and like what you collect.
And remember the golden rule, a man can never have too many Winchesters 
Chris
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September 23, 2025
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Chris D said
I can’t believe no one has mentioned the 1873! This has become my favourite model.
Collect what you like and like what you collect.
And remember the golden rule, a man can never have too many Winchesters
Chris
I don’t know how it happened, but I somehow forgot to put a 73 on the list of ones I already own. I suppose this means I agree with you! I own one lowly 2nd model 1873 that I am in the process of refinishing the wood on.
December 21, 2006
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Obviously the 1894, great selection and a wide range of values, I may be a little biased.
W.A.C.A. life member, Marlin Collectors Assn. charter and life member, C,S.S.A. member and general gun nut.
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