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Jeremy P on Winchester Boy Scouts

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:04:01 +0000

Glad everyone helped you. This is a great community and you should consider joining WACA and hanging around...maybe come to a show!

Longboard on Winchester 94 carbine Stage coach medallion in stock.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:19:05 +0000

Have any of you information on this variant?
I’ve looked every where, but can find anything.
thank you.

Randy3590 on Winchester Boy Scouts

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:49:26 +0000

To all that have helped or contributed to my post on here - Thank you!!
As you may remember I was looking for the Winchester Eagle Scout Boy Scout commemorative set and all that go with it for my 3 sons. Thanks to many on here I was able to acquire 3 sets with the rifle rack and scabbard. These were not easy to find or cheap but I met a lot of different people willing to help me. If I can help any of you with anything let me know
I will do my best to return the favor.
Again Thank you
Randy
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Rob Kassab on 1864 New Haven Arms Henry Rifle, Serial No. 7516 — Seeking Collector Input

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:38:27 +0000

Nice looking Henry and I concur with pother that I don't see any "red flags" except perhaps the leather sling.

Taks a real close look on the left side of the wrist for either a JT or AWS mark. Attached are some photos.

mrcvs on Learning exercise: Winchester Model 1894 Rifle in .38-55 with compelling features

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:31:41 +0000

Enough questions are raised, and I didn’t purchase it, but I’ll order the quick factory search and post findings later.

1892takedown on Learning exercise: Winchester Model 1894 Rifle in .38-55 with compelling features

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:17:02 +0000

Its a neat enough rifle, the gun show lighting and excess oil on it likely arent doing it justice. If you can get past the "What if" questions and "I wish" comments you always hear, youve got to judge it for what its is now. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and how that beauty translates into "C" notes is subjective.

Anthony on 1864 New Haven Arms Henry Rifle, Serial No. 7516 — Seeking Collector Input

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:45:35 +0000

Chuck said

Anthony said

Chuck said
This Henry is not in the correct serial number range for a later military rifle. Take a picture of the cleaning rod. It is really hard to tell the difference of an original metal rod and the repos so I wouldn't worry about it.


Chuck,
I am pretty sure serial numbers between 7000-9000, are "Type ll martial" Henry Rifles. I have one so marked a few hundred numbers under the one mentioned. These were Mfg. in 1864, and 1865.
Tony


That proves never say never. Does it have the later stamp or the earlier stamps?

The Later!

To add to that I only think a few hundred Henry's had that, or at least less than one thousand. Springfield Research might be able to verify that better, as it's been awhile since I contacted them on it.

Tony

Chuck on 1864 New Haven Arms Henry Rifle, Serial No. 7516 — Seeking Collector Input

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:39:38 +0000

Anthony said

Chuck said
This Henry is not in the correct serial number range for a later military rifle. Take a picture of the cleaning rod. It is really hard to tell the difference of an original metal rod and the repos so I wouldn't worry about it.


Chuck,
I am pretty sure serial numbers between 7000-9000, are "Type ll martial" Henry Rifles. I have one so marked a few hundred numbers under the one mentioned. These were Mfg. in 1864, and 1865.
Tony

That proves never say never. Does it have the later stamp or the earlier stamps?

Anthony on 1864 New Haven Arms Henry Rifle, Serial No. 7516 — Seeking Collector Input

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:36:16 +0000

Chuck said
This Henry is not in the correct serial number range for a later military rifle. Take a picture of the cleaning rod. It is really hard to tell the difference of an original metal rod and the repos so I wouldn't worry about it.

Chuck,

I am pretty sure serial numbers between 7000-9000, are "Type ll martial" Henry Rifles. I have one so marked a few hundred numbers under the one mentioned. These were Mfg. in 1864, and 1865.

If I remember correctly, this one I have has the "JT", on the wrist.

Tony

Chuck on 1864 New Haven Arms Henry Rifle, Serial No. 7516 — Seeking Collector Input

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:31:41 +0000

This Henry is not in the correct serial number range for a later military rifle. Take a picture of the cleaning rod. It is really hard to tell the difference of an original metal rod and the repos so I wouldn't worry about it.

Anthony on 1864 New Haven Arms Henry Rifle, Serial No. 7516 — Seeking Collector Input

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:23:50 +0000

Benjamin,

I also like you're Henry, and am glad you are sharing it here with us. From the pictures that you posted, I don't see any red flags, as everything looks correct to me. I'll try to touch on a few points that you did also.

I agree with Darrin as the 1865 being the year of manufacture. Using the resource here on the WACA site is you're best reference. You're " little Winchester Handbook ", is an already older and outdated way to reference Winchester dates of manufacture.

Most of the surviving Henry's we're well used and had little if any bluing on the barrel.

The sling might be later as you said as I'm not sure on the slings buckle, but the Swivels look good to me, from the pictures. Others can verify that better.

It's neat having the cleaning rod in the butt.

Having verified the stamped numbers on the other parts that you're pictures show is definitely a plus!

I'm not sure of the "&" stamp on the tang. As much as it might look familiar, I can't remember if I ever knew what it means. We have some other members who could possibly help with identifying it. In many cases we see a "W", or an "H", there or behind the screw.

I'm thinking you're post Civil War Henry, or late Civil War Henry, ( 4/12/1861-5/26/1865 ), is a "Type ll" Martially marked rifle. A "AWM", or a "JT", military inspectors stamp would be stamped on the left side of the but stock wrist. I'm not sure when yours was made in 1865!

A very nice Henry rifle!

Tony

Chuck on 1864 New Haven Arms Henry Rifle, Serial No. 7516 — Seeking Collector Input

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:16:55 +0000

I think the sling is newer than the rifle but it looks good on the gun.

Bert H. on 1864 New Haven Arms Henry Rifle, Serial No. 7516 — Seeking Collector Input

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:14:28 +0000

I sent Rob Kassab a link to this topic. He is a resident Henry Guru.

Bert

Rick C on Learning exercise: Winchester Model 1894 Rifle in .38-55 with compelling features

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:07:55 +0000

Fair enough. Was just wondering if anyone else saw what I was referring to. I’ve had them where the takedown ring at the end of the barrel had less blue and not the receiver, I guess from handling when taking it down the barrel end seemed to get the most wear. This one is probably as you state, needs to be handled in person. I know of a couple over the years that got swapped out because they didn’t letter and the buyer never knew the difference. Not my game but wouldn’t be the first time somebody pulled that one. I guess a data search would confirm but, I’m not in the running so I think I’ll hold onto my last couple searches. 😊

Anthony on Learning exercise: Winchester Model 1894 Rifle in .38-55 with compelling features

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:53:32 +0000

Rick C said
Tony, what do you think about the original subject rifles condition and configuration. Original?

Rick,

I would have to handle it and give it my once over to be honest. I had one with many of these same characteristics years ago, but in the Deluxe configuration and the same caliber, but the condition was better. I am in contact with the owner.

Tony