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July 19, 2013
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I know this is an oddball to a true Collector group, but here goes:
Can the ( terrible ) wood on a Model 1894, 1977 Winchester ( U.S. made ) Commemorative Carbine be replaced with old stock and forearm wood from the original product 1894 guns ?
In other words, are the receiver upper and lower tangs matching to the older stocks, and the forearm to the receiver and barrel band ?
If so, I’m looking to find an old stock and forearm to fit on the carbine to make a better looking shooter.
Bill
April 15, 2005
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Bill,
In answer to your question, No, you can not use a Model “1894” butt stock on a 1977 vintage Model 94. You need to find a butt stock no older than mid year 1948. In late 1950, Winchester shortened the forend stock, so you need one of those made no later than that.
Bert
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May 23, 2009
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Kinda of Funny, but you know you can find a nice 100-200 year piece of walnut and have it turned into a replacement stock and you’ll still have a nice piece of Old Wood for you stocks that is brand new.
Or buy a replacement stock someone else has turned for you, out of a nice 100-200 year old piece of walnut.
Maverick
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