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JON FIXMER

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December 26, 2021 - 4:50 pm

Hello,

I have acquired a 1951 Model 94. It is my first Lever Action rifle. I am more familiar with M1 Carbines and M1 Garands, but have always wanted a Winchester lever action rifle.

Is there anything I should be aware of when buying modern factory ammo for my 1951 rifle?

Thanks in advance,

Jon

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December 26, 2021 - 5:27 pm

Jon,

Your Model 94 is a “modern” firearm, and all factory loaded ammo is perfectly safe to shoot in it as long as the gun is mechanically sound.

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December 27, 2021 - 6:38 pm

Thanks, Bert!

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December 30, 2021 - 5:25 am

One other thing, Jon. Lever guns are addictive and storing two or more in the same safe inevitably results in additional lever guns. You’ve been warned! The 30WCF was a hot rod cartridge in 1895 but all rifles chambered for this cartridge will easily handle today’s factory ammo. Enjoy!

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