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Winchester 1894(?)
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August 19, 2024 - 8:05 pm
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I just picked this up from a friend, cleaned it up and tried doing some research on it.

How exactly do I know if I have an authentic 1894? It is a Winchester 1894 Takedown, 30WCF

S/N stamped on bottom forward of receiver is 134849

Barrel is (about 50/50) hexagon to straight.

Pictures attached (hopefully).

Thanks!

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August 19, 2024 - 10:23 pm
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The best method to verify the authenticity of your Model 1894 is to contact the Cody Firearms Museum records office and obtain a factory letter.  

Based on the serial number, it was manufactured in December 1901.  The barrel is actually part octagon & part round.

Your pictures did not post.  You will need to upload them to a photo hosting website, and then post the URL to them here.

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August 25, 2024 - 1:35 am
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https://postimg.cc/gallery/yZjJJDL

 

I think I got it right?

 

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DBo said
https://postimg.cc/gallery/yZjJJDL

I think I got it right?

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It appears that what you have is a Model 1894 Extra Light Weight (ELW) Take Down rifle with a 1/2 octagon barrel, a 1/2 mag, and a shotgun butt.  Your first step is get the Factory letter for it from the CFM records office and confirm that the rifle matches the letter.

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August 25, 2024 - 12:01 pm
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Thank you!

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