Winchester Model 94 Pre-64 Carbine .25-35 Win Lever-Action Rifle, 20” Barrel (1951 Production)
Manufactured in 1951, this pre-64 Winchester Model 94 carbine pairs classic lines with the scarce .25-35 Winchester chambering—only about one in ten pre-64 Model 94s were built for this cartridge. The 20-inch round barrel, full-length magazine, and straight-grip walnut stock reflect the traditional carbine configuration collectors look for, while the forged steel receiver and Winchester “WP” proof marks confirm factory originality.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle remains structurally solid. Surface scratches and blemishes are present on metal and wood. Light rust and isolated pitting are visible. The bore is bright and shiny.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 94 Pre-64 Carbine chambered in .25-35 Winchester
Produced well before Winchester’s 1964 design changes, this carbine retains the forged steel receiver, milled parts, and hand-fitted craftsmanship that made early Model 94s famous.
The .25-35 Winchester chambering offers mild recoil with flat trajectory, making this a versatile round for small to medium game and a desirable variation for Model 94 collectors.
The carbine carries a 20-inch Winchester Proof Steel barrel secured by two bands and capped with factory buckhorn iron sights: a forged ramp front with dovetailed blade and an elevator-adjustable semi-buckhorn rear.
Walnut furniture features a straight grip, matching fore-end, and an original checkered steel buttplate. The top-eject receiver lacks cross-bolt or tang safeties, preserving the clean lines of the classic design.