Winchester Model 1894 Takedown Rifle, .32 Win. Spl., 26-Inch Full-Octagon Nickel Steel Barrel (1906)
This Winchester Model 1894 Takedown rifle stands out for its 1906 manufacture, takedown configuration with the "PAT. JUNE 6, 1893" marking, and a 26-inch full-octagon nickel steel barrel rollmarked "NICKEL STEEL BARREL ESPECIALLY FOR SMOKELESS POWDER." It is chambered in .32 Winchester Special with matching "32 W.S." caliber marking at the breech. Winchester oval WP proofs on the barrel and receiver ring indicate post–mid-1905 proofing and matched final assembly.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: There are markings and areas of finish loss consistent with previous handling and use. The bore presents in good condition for its 1906 production era.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 1894 Takedown Rifle in .32 Win. Spl.
This takedown variant carries the "PAT. JUNE 6, 1893" marking and separates at the receiver for transport and maintenance. It retains the model legend on the upper tang and Winchester oval WP proofs on both the barrel and receiver ring, aligning with period factory proof practices after mid-1905.
The rifle features a 26-inch full-octagon nickel steel barrel marked "NICKEL STEEL BARREL ESPECIALLY FOR SMOKELESS POWDER," paired with a full-length tubular magazine for an 8+1 capacity in .32 Winchester Special. A matching "32 W.S." caliber rollmark appears at the breech.
The top-eject receiver uses a right-side loading gate, maintaining the classic Model 1894 handling pattern. Sighting equipment includes a dovetailed blade front sight and a sporting rear sight with an elevator and a folding aperture insert.
Stocked in straight-grain walnut, the rifle wears a straight-grip, smooth rifle stock and forearm with a crescent steel buttplate. Construction is steel throughout the receiver, with a nickel steel barrel selected for smokeless powder service.