Winchester Collector - Forum: Restoration, Repair and Maintenance

TR on 1886 Trigger Question

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:16:13 +0000

Assuming your gun has a plain trigger you have three things that can cause or affect trigger pull; trigger, hammer, and main spring tension. The main spring strain screw is adjustable and located on the lower tang, turn the screw in to increase tension. If it's the trigger / hammer and both parts are clean it may require replacement or a skilled man with a file. T/R

Dave M. on 1886 Trigger Question

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:53:01 +0000

I have an 1886 in 45-90. The trigger pull is between 8 and 10 oz. Way to light for this big bore rifle.

Would a broken trigger spring cause this? Or has someone altered the trigger and sear?

Just wondering what might all be involed in correcting this issue.

Thanks

Dave M. on Winchester 94AE Trigger Help

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:57:32 +0000

I have a pre-safety model 94AE in 375 Win. I really like the rifle and it shoots pretty good for having the worse trigger of any rifle I've owned.

It has about a 1/4" of free play, then about a 12lb pull. Does anyone make an aftermarket trigger for this rifle?

Or can someone recommend a compitent gunsmith for a trigger job. Thanks.

tim tomlinson on Bob’s Gun Shop Inc in Arkansas - Anyone do business there?

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:20:14 +0000

Good to know, if possibly needed in future. Tim

MidwestCrisis on Bob’s Gun Shop Inc in Arkansas - Anyone do business there?

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:58:13 +0000

To update you all on Bobs Gun Shop.

I emailed him from the link on the website and asked if he had the specific trigger I needed

he replied that he did and linked the order form from the website. I filled it out with part I needed and payment information.

after a week I emailed Bob because I hadn’t seen any emails or had my card charged. He replied that he did send an email when he processed my order. I just didn’t see it. He had also been sick for most of the week and wasn’t working.

it was another week and my payment processed. And another 5 days I received the correct part in the mail.

incase I added a week in there typing. It was 6-11 from first email to 6-29 received

good experience. I’d recommend. Make sure you establish contact before submitting your order form just to be safe.

https://www.gun-parts.com/index.html/

eddixon on 1892 missing ejector

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 22:10:19 +0000

twobit said

eddixon said
can anyone tell me where to find an ejector for a 1892 in 32-20 i have searched the internet with no luck so far, my gunsmith says i am missing it and the screw, spring and anything else that goes with it. it is on a project winchester 1892 32-20 made in 1911.

As mentioned Homestead would be my choice also. Can I get the SN and the configuration details so that I can add your rifle into my survey of this model? https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-research-surveys/winchester-model-1892-all-rifle-survey/
Michael

I’ll private message you

twobit on 1892 missing ejector

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:51:22 +0000

eddixon said
can anyone tell me where to find an ejector for a 1892 in 32-20 i have searched the internet with no luck so far, my gunsmith says i am missing it and the screw, spring and anything else that goes with it. it is on a project winchester 1892 32-20 made in 1911.

As mentioned Homestead would be my choice also. Can I get the SN and the configuration details so that I can add your rifle into my survey of this model? https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-research-surveys/winchester-model-1892-all-rifle-survey/

Michael

TXGunNut on 1892 missing ejector

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:34:58 +0000

Take a look at Homestead Gun Parts. Looks like they list one and will notify you when they have it in stock.

Ejector Winchester 1892 for 25 or 32-20 caliber ORIGINAL Original and Reproduction Firearm Gun Parts Winchester, HOMESTEAD GUN PARTS, Specializing in Old Winchester

Mike

eddixon on 1892 missing ejector

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:16:48 +0000

can anyone tell me where to find an ejector for a 1892 in 32-20 i have searched the internet with no luck so far, my gunsmith says i am missing it and the screw, spring and anything else that goes with it. it is on a project winchester 1892 32-20 made in 1911.

TXGunNut on Winchester 1894 S/N 329564 Manufactured in 1905 cartridge guides for 30 WCF (30-30) carbine

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:09:09 +0000

Bob Renneberg devotes a bit of ink to the evolution on 1894 cartridge guides in his books on the 1894/94. I believe it is addressed in his second and third editions. He does a much better job of explaining the different versions than I can.

Mike

Alaska94 on Winchester 1894 S/N 329564 Manufactured in 1905 cartridge guides for 30 WCF (30-30) carbine

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:53:10 +0000

Not an exact answer to your question, but this might provide a little more insight…

https://winchestercollector.org/forum/winchester-rifles/early-model-1894-left-cartridge-guide/#p160494

Anthony on Bob’s Gun Shop Inc in Arkansas - Anyone do business there?

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:48:13 +0000

Ben,

I can relate so much here, as we could swap names in you're storied history, and many things would surly match. I guess it's just from a time period of how we we're raised and have come up. I can surely relate.

Cheers to you, Our Collecting Friend!

Mike,

You sure are correct in trying to support the Brick and Mortar stores, as we all know and see it's gotten harder to do that. So many great past memories flashing through my mind here this early morning!

Tony

Ben on Bob’s Gun Shop Inc in Arkansas - Anyone do business there?

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:50:48 +0000

Mike speaks the truth... I made it a point to talk to the "old timer" gunsmiths that I ran across...many were a bit grumpy when first encountered. But over time they softened. As we became friends, I would ask if they wanted me to look for parts / sights / etc. that they hadn't been able to locate. I would be given specific instructions. I would call to let them know I picked up whatever they needed or, gave them the name of the place that had it. I made it a point to only accept whatever I paid... my intent was to let them know I was a valuable resource. As time went on, when I called to ask questions about how to fix something, they would say, "just bring it over"... soon, it would be fixed (for a minimal charge) and then we would visit and talk about fishing, hunting and maybe guns. Most of those "old timers" are gone now, several of their spouses contacted me after their passing and offered the parts inventories at a pre-set price by the gunsmith. I never turned one down. I sure miss those guys... they all had amazing talent, some were wizards with a lathe & file. Honestly, I miss them all greatly. I'm now at the place where I'm the "old timer"... I must admit that I find it humorous when people come to me with questions... I don't know 95% of the time... but I do try to point them to those that do. Enjoy the journey, make friends along the way... and always buy the gun and not the story! Cheers! Ben

TXGunNut on Bob’s Gun Shop Inc in Arkansas - Anyone do business there?

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:59:07 +0000

I think we should support the brick and mortar shops every chance we get. As Ben can verify it pays off to develop a relationship with these guys. Most are a little eccentric but most of us are charter members of that club as well.

Mike

Anthony on Bob’s Gun Shop Inc in Arkansas - Anyone do business there?

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:24:19 +0000

HAHAHA!

Interesting story Zeb, as I never heard that about the barrel making, and well known, enthusiast of his time!

I also agree with you're "Canary in the coal mine", statement, as I've heard of them but never dealt with them, but would be interested in hearing how it all goes down, and the possibility of a successful transaction.

Tony