Hi everyone, new member from FL, huge Winchester fan, was fortunate enough to get a model 70 as my first gun way back when and am currently in the market for a model 94.

I was wondering if anyone can provide some insight on major things to look for when examining these rifles. I've never purchased a rifle more than approx 10-15 years old and I am pretty unfamiliar with what would be considered normal aging and wear. Right now I'm looking for a pre-64, but again, I admittedly can't say what kind of shape a 50 + year-old gun should be in. A rifle has been offered to me for $650, and at a cursory glance (with my admittedly naive eyes) it appears to be worth the price, but I'm unsure, particularly about the bore condition, any advice would be greatly appreciated

Here's two 1894's made in 1898.



They show different wear patterns, the special order sporting rifle was used occasionally and well taken care of by it's owner. The saddle carbine was a working gun, a tool and shows considerably more wear, both to the outside surfaces and bore.

It all depends on the life they led.

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Pre-1964 Top Eject models usually command a premium price...and that price is ballpark in todays market.