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  • Cityboy

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    At one time, I believe, the marking on the barrel of a Winchester Model 1894 actually read "1894." Then, it was changed to "94." Does anybody know the approximate year that this was done? Also, can anybody tell me how to distinguish the forged steel receiver of a pre-1964 Model 94 and the 1964 and onward investment cast receiver?

    Would really appreciate any help.

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    Armybrat

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    My 1894 was made in 1914.

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    Cityboy

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    Armybrat,

    I don't know when the one I'm interested in was made--I've seen a photo, but don't know the serial number yet. But it doesn't look like it's in as good shape as yours.

    What's the going price on one like yours these days?

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    Armybrat

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    Armybrat,

    I don't know when the one I'm interested in was made--I've seen a photo, but don't know the serial number yet. But it doesn't look like it's in as good shape as yours.

    What's the going price on one like yours these days?

    Cityboy
    That picture is really deceiving, as the carbine metal has no bluing remaining and there is a spot of rusting on the left side of the receiver. Plus the wood has been sanded. The stocks however are solid with no cracks.The bore is dark but has strong rifling.
    overall though it is all original, tight fitting, and functional. I have never fired it.

    My dad bought it from an old shopkeeper acquaintance in Monterrey, Mexico during the 1960s.
    The old gent was retiring & closing up shop, so he sold off a lot of stuff.
    He claimed he was in Carranza’s army during the Mexican Revolution of 1910-1920, and his twin brother rode with Villa. It’s an interesting story.

    I have no idea what the values are for 1894 saddle ring carbines. Sorry about that.

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    tonelar

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    Winchester dropped the “18-“ part of their model names after WWI. I’ve a WWI era model 1897, while my 1919-20 (never figured it’s actual bday) is marked “Model 97”.
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    Also, values aren’t the easiest to establish in times like these. These covid years have seen some biiig increases in demand (however it’s likely affecting modern firearms more than vintage). Rare old guns are going for more than ever (like John Wayne’s Colt or the gun that killed Jesse James).
     
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