Winchester Model 94 Saddle-Ring Carbine .30-30, Pre-64, 20" Nickel-Steel Barrel (mfd 1927)
This 1927 Winchester Model 94 Saddle-Ring Carbine is an early, pre-64 example featuring the sought-after forged receiver, milled parts, and nickel-steel barrel that collectors prize. The transitional “MODEL 94” barrel stamp and factory saddle ring mark it as a classic field carbine from the late 1920s, chambered in the timeless .30-30 Winchester.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair – Shows extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling: Good – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The metal and walnut surfaces display scattered scratches and blemishes consistent with regular field carry.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 94 Saddle-Ring Carbine (.30-30, mfd 1927)
The forged carbon-steel receiver and nickel-steel barrel reflect Winchester’s use of high-strength alloys before cost-cutting changes arrived in 1964. Collectors value these early materials for durability and historical significance.
A 20" carbine-length barrel keeps the rifle compact while still providing the classic 6+1 tubular magazine capacity. The saddle ring on the left side of the receiver remains intact, preserving its original trail-ready configuration.
Factory iron sights include a post-type front on a ramp and a ladder-style rear leaf, offering a traditional sight picture for quick shots at varying ranges. Both sights retain their original blued finish.
The straight-grip walnut stock and matching forend wear an oil finish typical of the era. A 13" length of pull fits most shooters comfortably while maintaining the rifle’s classic handling profile.