Log In
Members
Home
Add Reply
Add Topic
1894 Winchester .30-30 LA manufactured 1899
Hi everyone
I am from New Zealand and last week purchased this firearm. Has a 26″ octagonal barrel. In very good order considering it’s age (my research says 1899), but will send it to a gunsmith to fully check over before firing. The serial no. is 160582, would anyone have access to it’s exact manufacture date or any other info? Thank you.
Offline
Hello Jeremy,
Winchester Model 1894 s/n 160582 was actually manufactured October 27th, 1902 per the original factory records.
The 26-inch octagon barrel tells us that it is a Sporting Rifle. Pictures of the rifle will provide additional details.
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
Hi Bert
Thank you so much for your prompt reply. That is wonderful information. Were you able to see the two photos I sent with my enquiry?
See below links to more photos, hopefully they come through Ok!;
Jeremy said
Hi BertThank you so much for your prompt reply. That is wonderful information. Were you able to see the two photos I sent with my enquiry?
See below links to more photos, hopefully they come through Ok!;
None of your photo links work correctly.
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
Hi Bert
Sorry about my efforts so far! I have now created the Dropbox link below, I think this will work…..
Jeremy said
Hi BertSorry about my efforts so far! I have now created the Dropbox link below, I think this will work…..
The pictures show a standard Model Sporting Rifle in hard worn condition. At some time in its past, somebody drilled & tapped two extra holes in the left side of the receiver frame for a peep sight. As long as it has a decent bore, and no mechanical issues, it should make a decent “shooter” rifle.
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
Thanks Bert, that is all really interesting. Yes, the bore is in good condition and I cannot detect any mechanical issues. Nonetheless, I am sending it to a well regarded gunsmith for checking out and refurbishment.
All the best
Jeremy
Jeremy said
Thanks Bert, that is all really interesting. Yes, the bore is in good condition and I cannot detect any mechanical issues. Nonetheless, I am sending it to a well regarded gunsmith for checking out and refurbishment.All the best
Jeremy
Good luck with your gun!
Refurbishment? I’d just wipe it down
1 Guest(s)
