Is This The Most fun Rifle Ever Made? video by Hickok45.
Summary:
Hickok45 explores the capabilities of the iconic Ruger 10/22 rifle, demonstrating its function with both Butler Creek magazines and the newer Ruger BX-25 magazines. Various .22 Long Rifle ammunition types are tested against different targets, ranging from plastic bottles to metal plates, to assess reliability and performance.
Pre 64 Winchester model 94 in 30-30 video by Terry Benton.
Summary:
This video talks about the Winchester model 1894 that was manufactured before 1964. the firearm used as examples in this video is a Winchester model 94 chambered in 30 WCF manufactured in 1949.
Here's something interesting.
A man brought in a custom Winchester 1894 made in 1896 to the Antiques Roadshow on PBS for appraisal.
It has a plaque indicating Buffalo Bill's Wild West show on the stock. It may (or may not) be authentic.
Here's the video on the rifle:
Winchester Model 94 Range 2 video by Hickok45.
Summary:
A return engagement with my Winchester 94 .30-30, which is a Pre 64 model.
Is This The Peak Of Lever Action Rifles? video by Hickok45.
Featuring a 1958 .30-30 Winchester 94.
Bringing Back a Piece of History: Winchester 94 Preservation video by Outdoor Tactics.
Summary:
I’m preserving a 1915 Winchester Model 94 in .30-30 in this first episode of the One More Hunt series. This rifle is 110 years old and has seen better days—but it’s not done yet.
We’ll fully disassemble, clean, and preserve the rifle while leaving its history intact. There will be no rebluing or heavy sanding. We will just give this lever gun what it needs to get back to the field.
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| Above, two .30-30 Winchester cartridges in use today. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
The .30-30 Winchester cartridge (also known as .30 WCF) has been around for over 100 years and it is still a popular cartidge.
MSN has posted an article on the .30-30 Winchester cartridge.
It begins with:
In 1894, a groundbreaking piece of history emerged – the 30-30 Winchester cartridge. It debuted alongside Winchester’s Model 1894 lever-action rifle, forming a perfect tandem that revolutionized the firearms industry.
This duo didn’t just mark the introduction of a new cartridge but also the first commercially available smokeless powder round, a significant leap forward from the black powder ammunition of the day.
What’s in a Name? The Origins of “30-30”
The name “30-30” might sound cryptic at first, but its origins are straightforward. It refers to the .30-caliber bullet propelled by 30 grains of smokeless powder.
Interestingly, the naming convention borrowed from older black powder cartridges like the .32-20 or .44-40, which indicated caliber and grains of black powder.
Winchester’s decision to carry this naming tradition forward while embracing modern smokeless powder was a clever nod to its heritage.
To read more, go here.
Winchester Model 62a video by Tex Mex.
Summary:
Today we take a look at the classic slide-action (pump-action) Winchester Model 62. The 62 & 62a, also known as the “gallery gun” for its common use in fairs around the country, is a take-down rifle that is able to accept most .22 caliber rimfire cartridges, specifically .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle. On our range trip we shoot three different 22lr loadings and see how well it does at 50 yards.
I have a Winchester 62A made in 1947 that I inherited from my maternal grandfather. It still shoots great and the last time I took it out to the range was last year. It is one of three Winchesters that I own. I did a thorough cleaning of it the last time I took it out to the range.
I Have This Old Gun: Winchester Model 1894 Lever-Action Rifle video by NRApubs.
Summary:
In this American Rifleman TV segment of "I Have This Old Gun," we take a look at the features and history of one of the most popular lever-action rifles in America, the Winchester Model 1894.
For the latest firearms and shooting content, please visit https://www.americanrifleman.org/
Winchester Model 94 Review: The Wild West .30-30 video by Dad Defense.
Summary:
The Winchester Model 94 is more than a rifle — it’s American history.
In this video, I take a deep dive into the legendary Winchester Model 94, the lever-action rifle that helped shape the American frontier. From its origins and rise in popularity to why it remains iconic today, this review blends history, hands-on experience, and a real-world range test.
I head out to the range on a cold, slightly snowy day to put a Model 94 through its paces and see how this classic performs outside of perfect conditions.
What makes this review truly special is the opportunity to showcase a 100th Anniversary NRA Centennial Winchester Model 94 — a never-fired rifle that was generously loaned for this video. While it was not fired, I walk through its details, craftsmanship, and historical significance so viewers can appreciate what makes this rifle so rare and respected.
This is a Dad Defense review — honest, practical, and rooted in respect for history and responsibility.
If you’re a collector, shooter, or just someone who appreciates classic American firearms, this one’s for you.
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| Above, buying the Winchester 94 in 2019. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
To give myself something to do, I headed to Ron Peterson Firearms to browse around. While there, I spotted a Winchester 94 made in 1962 on a display shelf. It was in good condition. I verified its age with the serial number. After checking it over, I put it on layaway and picked it up after returning from the cruise. The sale price was $495.
It is now my favorite rifle.
I am lucky to have purchased the rifle when I did before the price of pre-1964 Winchester 94s skyrocketed.
For those wanting to purchase a Winchester 94, Cash For Arms website lists the various models of pre and post-1964 rifles and what one can expect to pay today.
They start it with:
What is the current value of a Winchester Model 94 today? A used Prewar Winchester Model 94 is worth $590 to $3,220, and a used modern Model 94 is worth $260 to $800. A new modern Winchester Model 94 starts at $1,199.99 at retail.
The gun is a classic lever-action rifle introduced in 1894. It’s often compared to the classic Marlin 336 for similar features and handling.
If you’re looking to sell or find the value of your Winchester Model 94, this guide covers the key factors that affect pricing and gives realistic market ranges for both new and used rifles.
To read more, go here.
Here's a record-breaking auction of a Winchester 1894 rifle.
Anybody have spare cash if it comes up for auction again?
WORLD RECORD Winchester 1894! video by Rock Island Auction Company.
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It is now the highest amount achieved for one of America's most popular and produced rifles!
This John Ulrich masterpiece Model 1894 includes the Master Engraver's No. 2 factory pattern engraving and gold inlay, along with a bevy of deluxe special order features.
Winchester 1894 from 1897: Where the Classic Began! video by Pinnacle Mountain Gunsmithing.
Summary:
Hello, Everyone! Today, Joel brings you a rifle we've been working on for a while, a Winchester 1894 from the first few years of production. It's very different from modern examples, and we'll take a look at what makes it unique.
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| Above, my 1962 Winchester 94 .30=30. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
This morning, I came upon an article about a Winchester Model 94 .30-30 that's of the same vintage as mine (1962).
It was posted at The Cheatham County Exchange. The gist of the article is that the old Winchester is still bringing home the venison. Based on the second sentence below, I'd hazard a guess that my 1962 rifle is in much better shape than the author's.
It starts off with:
The old deer rifle, like the old deer hunter, is starting to show its age.
The wooden stock is battle-scarred, the varnish long gone, most of the bluing worn off.
But it shoots as straight as the day it came out of the box in 1962 as an early Christmas present: a brand-new Winchester 30-30, the most acclaimed deer rifle in hunting history.
That season I bagged my first buck with it. Last season I collected my latest one with it.
To read more, go here.
Winchester 30-30 Roundup, video by Aviation AZ Rancher.
Summary:
Winchester 30-30 is still a great round. Come along and we'll shoot a few of these lever action rifles.
Explore a collection of vintage and modern Winchester Model 94 lever-action rifles. Aviation AZ Rancher details each firearm's history and unique features. Then, they demonstrate the rifles' accuracy with a pop can target practice.
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| Above, the Winchester 94. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
The guns are both Winchesters, one a Model 94 and one a Model 12 shotgun. Both were cleaned and oiled.
As I mentioned a few days ago, I had problems with the shotgun after firing one shot. I think that the gun was not properly aligned (it is a take-down model) and the pump action wouldn't cock. I did some tinkering with it and it cocks fine. I'll have to give it a try-out.
That will have to wait for a few months as the weather is cold out (15°) and there's bound to be snow (eventually).
Does This Make Me An Outlaw? video by Hickock45.
Summary:
A look at firearms that a novice might think I should not own! Sadly, YouTube must think this makes me an outlaw, as well, since they demonetized this video. :-)
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| Above, the Winchester 94. Photo by author. |
In this installment, the author takes a look at shooting his grandfather's Winchester 94.
It begins with:
Range Time: Winchester Model 1894
I have shot my grandfather’s Winchester 94 in 32-40 on three separate occasions. The first time was years back with my grandfather himself using factory 32-40 ammunition. My experience at the time was surprise at how a gun that was so legendary in my family kicked very little. It felt like shooting a pistol cartridge in a lever action. Pretty wimpy, honestly. We shot at a bowling ball, and it barely did anything to it.
Recently, I shot it again, two separate times with both factory reloaded 32-40 brass that I reloaded myself, as well as reformed 30-30 brass that I had formed into 32-40. I have an article on TFB chronicling how to do that reformation process. I do not recommend that anybody do it, but that is what I did. For me, it is a sustainable thing, so my cousin can use it and keep the rifle alive.
To read the full article, go here.
7,000,000 SOLD: INSIDE THE RISE OF THE WINCHESTER ’94 by Legacy of Gunpowder
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Discover the incredible story behind the Winchester Model 1894 — one of the most iconic rifles in American history. From its creation by John Browning to its role in shaping the frontier, this lever-action rifle became a symbol of the Old West and a favorite among hunters and collectors. Learn why the Winchester 1894 remains a legend over 100 years later.
