Winchester Model 94 Pre-64 Carbine .30-30 Lever-Action, 20 Inch, 1950 Production, Blued Steel and Walnut with Receiver Aperture Sight
This pre-64 Winchester Model 94 carbine was produced in 1950 and retains the classic top-eject, undrilled receiver configuration. It features a 20-inch round Winchester Proof Steel barrel, matching Winchester "WP" proofs on the barrel and receiver ring, and a straight-grip walnut stock with a checkered steel shotgun-style buttplate. Thoughtful upgrades include a receiver-mounted micrometer-style aperture sight, a filled rear barrel dovetail, and a clamp-on hammer spur extension.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some 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: There are visible signs of prior handling and use, including scratches and blemishes.
What's Included
- Receiver-mounted aperture (peep) sight, installed
- Clamp-on hammer spur extension, installed
This carbine showcases the sought-after pre-64 construction with top ejection and an undrilled receiver top. Production in 1950 is supported by the serial number range, placing it firmly in the era known for traditional Winchester fit and finish.
The 20-inch round barrel is marked Winchester Proof Steel and paired with a full-length tubular magazine. The carbine configuration remains intact, with a walnut forearm secured by a barrel band and a straight-grip walnut stock capped by a checkered steel shotgun-style buttplate. Length of pull measures 13.0 inches.
Sighting is set up for practical field use: a hooded ramp front sight is retained, while the barrel’s rear sight has been removed and the dovetail filled with a blank. A receiver-mounted micrometer-style aperture/peep sight provides the rear aiming reference. A clamp-on hammer spur extension is installed to aid access around the sight.
Rollmarks include "MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S. OF AMERICA," "WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL," and "MODEL 94 — 30-30 WIN." Matching Winchester "WP" proof marks appear on both the barrel and the receiver ring, confirming factory proofing.
Chambered in .30-30 with a 7+1 capacity, this lever-action includes the traditional half-cock notch safety. The blued steel receiver and barrel pair cleanly with the walnut furniture for a classic Model 94 presentation.