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| Above, some Winchester 94 rifles on display at the Cody Firearms Museum. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Regular readers of this blog know that I am a huge fan of the Winchester 94 (or Winchester 1894) that was invented by John Moses Browning.
To date, over 7.5 million Winchester 94 rifles have been produced and it is still going strong. It is currently made in Japan by the Miroku Company and the word is that they are of high quality.
MSN posted a slideshow article of eight reasons why the Model 94 stands the test of time.
They begin it with:
The Winchester Model 94, designed by John Browning in 1894, was the first commercial American sporting rifle built for smokeless powder cartridges, featuring strong nickel-steel barrels and a robust action. Its light weight, fast handling, and balanced performance made it a favorite for hunters, while its cultural impact, high production numbers, and collectible variations cemented its legacy. From iconic .30-30 chamberings to rare pre-1933 carbines and commemorative editions, the Model 94 remains both a practical field rifle and a valued historical artifact.
To read more, go here.
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