Warning

 

Close
Confirm Action

Are you sure you wish to do this?

Cancel Confirm
AR15.COM
Armory Sponsor
11/15/2004 1:46:20 PM EDT
I am looking to add the venerable Winchester Model 94 to my collection.

While it is unlikely this will be actually used much- although occasionally it will- I would like to know which model is considered the standard in 94's.

Is it the 20", the 24" or the 16"?

And I assume the 30-30 is also standard in claiber.

While on the subject, what exactly changed in 1963 (I think, maybe it is '64) as many lever guns are referenced by a pre '63 or post '63 designation?

Thanks in advance

redfisher
11/15/2004 4:44:31 PM EDT
[#1]
20" barrel is 'standard.'

I sold my 20" 30/30 years ago and have had no regrets.  Recently I bought a 16" .44 and like it a lot better.
11/15/2004 4:54:36 PM EDT
[#2]
you are the 2nd person I've heard praise the hand-gun calibers

that makes sense given the cost of 30-30 rounds.

I think if I do go with anything less than the 30-30 I will also go 16" version.

Thanks, imposter
11/16/2004 10:34:41 PM EDT
[#3]
go 30-30...20inch barrel..
get an XTR..but one without the a safety.
without a doubt one of the best gun/cartridge combos ever devised...

30-30 ammo isnt that expensive...and will take down anything you shoot...

i shoot a couple of 94's religously...a 30-30 and a .444.
my favs out of 3 safes full...
11/18/2004 5:13:49 AM EDT
[#4]
Go with a 38-55 or 375BB '94. The 375 bore makes a much more satisfying boom when it goes off.
Armory Sponsor