Winchester Model 1895

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Just stumbled on a nice Winchester 1895 in 30 Govt 06 (30-06).
By the serial number it has been made in 1922, about 20,000 rifles from the end of production.
It sports the redoubtable but stylish steel crescent buttplate on a walnut buttstock and a nice ebony insert on its schnabel fore-end.
If the 24" barrel and chamber are in good shape, I'll be very tempted to bring it back home. It would be the perfect start of a nice restoration.
Now, I know these old Winchies are few and far between but how much do you think I should offer?
PP. :d
 
The 30-06, in this model, is common for excessive headspace. . You'd be wise to leave the rifle in it's original finish aside from normal cleaning and lubrication. .
 
Price depends on condition that being said the 1895 is the least sought after Winchester lever by collectors. Generally only the .405 calibre and to a lesser extent the .35 Win fetch higher prices. What percentage of original blue remains? Have the stocks been sanded? A 95 in .30/06 with 50% blue remaining and unsanded wood with no major dents or cracks would go for $700 to $850 tops. You see them for sale for more but they don't move. My 2 cents.
 
If it was in 405, and said "Big Medicine" on the side, it's probably stolen, lol. I never cared for the 95, although thanks to Teddy, I would like one in 405.
 
I have a .303 in a 28" barrel and it shot a group of .777 with handloads at 100 yards even with a less than perfect bore.I like them.......Harold
 
I own a 1902 made 1895, in 30 US (30-40 krag). . Nice rifle, easy to load, pointy bullets and a pleasure to shoot. . It has that distinctive ring when you open the action. .

One problem with the 1895 is the soft breech bolt that sometimes leads to excessive headspace. . Aside from that, Browning's design was remarkable for the times. . The Russians loved the 1895 when Winchester added a charger bridge for stripper clip loading.

I believe you'd be hard pressed to pick up a decent 1895 for what has been said. . A decent example, in 30-06, would be around $1,000 to $1,400.

Here's Hickok 45 shooting an 1895, 30-06

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I own a 1902 made 1895, in 30 US (30-40 krag). . Nice rifle, easy to load, pointy bullets and a pleasure to shoot. . It has that distinctive ring when you open the action. .

One problem with the 1895 is the soft breech bolt that sometimes leads to excessive headspace. . Aside from that, Browning's design was remarkable for the times. . The Russians loved the 1895 when Winchester added a charger bridge for stripper clip loading.

I believe you'd be hard pressed to pick up a decent 1895 for what has been said. . A decent example, in 30-06, would be around $1,000 to $1,400.

Here's Hickok 45 shooting an 1895, 30-06

h ttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqgupgJzPlQ
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Obviously you haven't noticed those 95's languishing on the EE the last few years priced at far less. They just do not command high prices in Canada unless a big bore.
 
I'm afraid I have to agree with Mike Webb, unless there is something special order about it or it is in unfired kinda condition, they just don't demand the high bucks. 30-06 is one of the more common cartridges and in the condition described I'd have to say absolute max at about 750 but more likely less. No pics makes it tough.............

Now an octagon barreled flat side in 30 US or 40-72 might grab my attention.........
 
At the last Brandon Gun Show there was at least 1 model '95 in .303 British and if memory serves it was in the $1400 price range.

There was a couple of other calibers, 38-72 comes to mind, and maybe an '06, and their prices were up there as well. Maybe there's a regional price disparity that we don't know about?

I distinctly remember the price on the .303, because that's what I've had my eye on for a while. Oh, well. Bought another fun instead.
 
The 95s are a either a love them or hate them gun .The sore point is the carry spot ,which is basically the magazine(a reason why originals have lots of wear at this spot),I have one of the miroku 95 carbines in 30/06 and I like it,butter smooth action and just a neat rifle.If you are really interested in a 95 I would buy one of the miroku Brownings or Winchesters(if the tang safety on the Winchester version doesn t bothers you)
 
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I believe what they are asking for some of the Model 1895 rifles and what they are really getting for them are two different things.Those high priced ones seem to sit for a long time before they ever get sold.Doubt they are getting the asking price.
 
30 U.S / 30 Govt. Is That the distinguishing stamp between 30/40 Krag and 30-06? Have been watching for one in 06, but never was sure which was what. Not that I really can justify needing one.
 
If I remember rightly, the 30-40 Model 1895 Winchester's were marked 30 U.S. Army.The 30-06 was marked 30 Gov't 06.There was also 30 Gov't 03.
 
Mike and C-FBMI are correct on the prices. Even with some condition, the Model 1895s are no easy sells unless they are in 405WCF. Even the 35WCF is not a real easy mover. As for caliber markings, the 30-40 Krags as well as the 30-06, there were a few different caliber markings depending on when the gun was manufactured. I have owned 3 405s (one an 85% TD rifle) as well as a gorgeous 38-72 with tapered octagon barrel as well as a gorgeous 40-72 round barrel. Miss them all.
 
I've seen 1895's that would cost some serious money to restore for 1k+ at many dealers, and more at gun shows. All in .303 brit or 30-40 krag.

Not sure if they ever sold though.

I would sell my soul for a Miroku one to use for hunting. Definitely a dream rifle for me.

Are the kind of wildcat chambered 1895's in 375 Scoville, 411 Hawk and the 9.3x62 1895 featured in rifleman magazines article "the last of the alaskan sourdoughs" possible to build on the old donors?

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It's not real rational- the Winchester 1895 is a bit of a beast to hunt with- but I've always had a soft spot for the rifle. Watched my Grandfather, and then Father, deer hunt with one in 303. That rifle disappeared from the family around the time of the registry... Ever since my childhood I've wanted one.

Finally found a nice condition Browning to use. Hunting with it probably cost me at least 2 wolves, but I still love it. LOL
 
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