The Winchester Model 94: The First 100 Years

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Summary: Collector Resource Book
Review: I have read a number of books on Winchester Firearms. I especially liked this one. Anyone who reads this book will learn something new.

Things I picked up.

Until now Winchester never produced a factory 410 guage lever action shotgun.

Half Octagon/ Half Round Carbines are very rare. Take a look
at the Lone Star Commemorative.

Rating:
Summary: READ THIS BOOK
Review: I purchased my Winchester Model 94AE Trapper a couple of weeks before I purchased this book. As a first-time rifle owner, the fun I get from reading this book is second only to the feeling I get from hefting my new rifle. Being able to benefit from the incredibly detailed research that went into making this book is like receiving a great gift. Next week is my first visit to the rifle range. Reading this incredible book will make the experience even more fun than I anticipate. If you want to know about your Model 94, READ THIS BOOK.

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Summary: Wonderful reference!
Review: This is the review of Robert C. Renneberg's book The Winchester Model 94: The First 100 Years" that I wrote for Bullet 'N Press in December 2002.

In production for over one hundred years, and with over seven and one half million of these rifles produced so far, there isn't any question that the most popular deer rifle in America is the Winchester Model 1894, and that it has held that favorite spot for quite some time.

The author begins with a concise, accurate history of this timeless lever action that starts with it's designer John Moses Browning and carries right up through the post 1964 models, the commemoratives and the latest angle eject 94's. Every aspect of the 1894 is covered; engineering changes, alterations, finishes, calibers and wood, often in great detail. The components, and variations thereof, are graphically presented with very clear close-up black and white photography. Collectors love it when information is offered to them in such a way that it quickly answers all their questions. So often I have been asked "Can you show me what to look for with such and such a detail, so I will know what I am buying?". This is that book for the Winchester 1894, it answers questions quickly and it shows you what and where.

Fanciers of the Winchester Model 1894 will be absolutely delighted with what is in this book for it truly gives you "everything you ever wanted to know about the 1894 Winchester", as well as covering a lot of questions you probably wouldn't have thought to ask. I also enjoyed seeing the excerpts from early 20th century Winchester salesman's catalogs, where for instance, a standard 38-55 caliber carbine could be had for the hefty sum of $17.50!

This reviewer was very impressed with the large amount of well presented information and the attention that is given to accurate photographic illustration. The book was a joy to read and I would highly recommend it for the library of anyone who collects or who simply enjoys Winchester's wonderful Model 1894.