Although most people are more familiar with the more modern short barrel carbine version, the model 94 was sold in a number of barrel lengths and configurations. Some barrels were octagonal, some round and some were part octagonal and part round.
In spite of or because of their rather dated appearance, Model 94 lever action rifles continue to be popular among hunters and collectors as well.
As initially designed, cartridge cases were ejected through the top of the gun. This made mounting a scope difficult. A revamped version of the 94 was introduced in 1982 that ejected the cartridges up and to the right allowing a scope to be mounted on the top of the receiver. Such rifles come from the factory drilled and tapped for scope mounts.
Winchester 94 Carbine
This version is probably the Winchester 94 model that most people are familiar with.
| Winchester 94 Ranger | |
|---|---|
| Overall Length (inches) | 37.5 |
| Weight (lbs) | 6.5 |
| Action Type | Lever Action |
| Barrel Length (inches) | 20 |
| Barrel Twist | 1 turn in 12 inches |
| Cartridge | 30/30 Winchester |
| Magazine Capacity | 6 round tubular magazine |
| Sights | Bead front sight with removable hood, Open rear sight adjustable for elevation |
Winchester 94 Ranger
The Winchester 94 Ranger was a lower price version of the Model 94 Carbine with a birch stock rather than a walnut stock. It was commonly sold in department stores such as Kmart and Walmart.
| Winchester 94 Ranger | |
|---|---|
| Overall Length (inches) | 38.1 |
| Weight (lbs) | 6.25 |
| Action Type | Lever Action |
| Barrel Length (inches) | 20 |
| Barrel Twist | 1 turn in 12 inches |
| Cartridge | 30/30 Winchester |
| Magazine Capacity | 6 round tubular magazine |
| Sights | |
Stent, H.V. "The Winchester Model 94" Gun Digest 34th Ed. p.8-16