Manufactured in 1898, making this Winchester Model 1894 rifle an exceptionally fine, highly desirable antique. As "the ultimate lever gun" for over a century, the Model 1894 has truly become the most famous and popular sporting rifle of all time, and this example would make for a worthy addition to any Winchester or lever action collection. The rifle is fitted with a dovetail blade front sight and two folding leaf rear sight marked "50" and "2" respectively. The top barrel flat is stamped with the two-line Winchester New Haven address ahead of the rear sight and "30 W.C.F." at the breech. The upper tang carries the three-line model/patent date marking, and the underside of the frame is stamped with the serial number. Mounted with plain walnut forearm and straight grip stock. The buttstock is fitted with a crescent buttplate.