Winchester Model 94 Made during WWII

I'm no Winchester expert, but it will come down to completeness, condition and rarity.

If it was made during WW II is it a Pacific Coast Militia Rangers (PCMR) carbine? Look for an arrowhead inside a C on the front left side (IIRC) of the receiver,often on the left side of the forend and left side of the butt as well.
 
I have a Model 94 that was manufactured in 1948 or 49. I am hoping to sell it as I am no longer rifle hunting. Neither of my sons are interested in hunting either so I decided to try and find a good home for it. I have already sold my Model 88 .308 and single shot .22 rifle. I was directed to this forum by a gun owner that I met while selling the 88. I have just signed up and have tried to apply for membership in the Equipment Exchange portion of this forum. I'm not sure if I have done so yet or not as I don't seem to be able to get beyond the pages of rules, terms, etc. Any guidance would be appreciated.
 
In the general market value of rifles, there doesn't seem to be much variation in Model 1894/94 Winchesters made from early 1900s until 1964, as far as year of manufacture is concerned.
Prices they sell for is much more dependent on condition, including whether they have been refinished, the stock sanded down, the bore condition and whether they are complete and original.
 
This is the place to inquire about value. When you get on the EE you will have a better handle on value as lots of pre-64 94 carbines are sold there. Generally if in good shape 70%-80% finish and no refinished stocks or extra holes drilled a 94 of that vintage will bring $500 at least. Value drops fast with worsening condition down to around $250 for a completely grey gun with a decent bore. Condition is everything.
 
Mike Webb's post is pretty spot on. Typically Pre 64 mod 94 are not going to be excellent or mint. They are going to show their age and use. I see people asking $650 on the EE, what they actually sell for is another thing.

The going rate for a post 64 seems to be $325 in good condition, and no matter what shape a pre is in, it should be worth more than that. I would keep it if i was you and could not get $500 for it.

Cheers
 
Some of the war time Winchester 1894's were put into service for defence of the pacific west coast after Pearl Harbour. . These were carbines issued to the Pacific Coast Militia Rangers (PCMR). . In the armory, in Victoria, they were furnished with a military sling using a Lee Enfield sling and swivels with the front sling swivel attached to the front of the forearm with metal from ammo cans. . The left front of the receiver, left rear of the buttstock and the left side of the forearm are stamped with the Broad Arrow.

These PCMR carbines are considered pre-war Winchesters and as such are worth more. . pre-war 1894`s hold a premium over post war models. . You just have to hold one to appreciate that. . Without looking, I recall the serial number block to be around 1,330,000. . I own two of these PCMR carbines. . One I used to hunt with in early times and another one I picked up 10 or 15 years ago. . it has the sling and all in very good to excellent condition.

Collectors value the PCMR carbine more than the comparable pre-war 1930`s carbine. . How much is determined by condition, originality and depth of the purchaser`s pocket.

scroll down on this page and you`ll see one: note the front swivel is installed behind the forearm band, it was normally installed in front the forearm band


http://members.shaw.ca/nambuworld2/pcmr.htm
 
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The PCMR rifles are just starting to be appreciated by collectors. I predict values are going nowhere but up for these rifles. They also purchased model 64 Winchesters and model 36 Marlins for use by the PCMR. And Rod is right, pre WW2 rifles ARE worth more than post WW2. There is a pronounced difference in quality.
 
That's great to hear. The 94 I have is 100% original with no modifications. It has not been refinished and the only place there is any sign of wear is on the receiver and lever from carrying and use. I am the second owner of this gun and it was originally owned by an uncle that lived in upstate New York. He did a bit of deer hunting with it and told me that he had fired less that 40 rounds. It has the full buckhorn rear sight. The protective cover that I think may have been on the front sight has long departed. I am assuming that there was one originally based on the presence of grooves on the sight mounting plate. The fore stock has its original finish and no signs of wear. I think the butt stock is also original but can't say for sure. It does have a very few small marks in the wood. What is the best way to present this rifle so that the potential buyer sees exactly what the condition is. I am thinking that a good shot of the overall rifle, one showing the fore stock and butt stock separately and another showing the receiver and lever along with the barrel. It can be tricky to not get glare or accurate colouring. Any tips for filtering? I have seen a few pictures of guns that almost look like they have been painted with a light blue paint, is that filtering? It looks very strange to me. Thanks for the help.
 
Take your pics outdoors in natural light if possible. Take close ups of the barrel markings, the condition of the markings will show whether the blue is original. A buffing wheel will blur the markings, a dead giveaway. Sounds like a nice old carbine. Personally I prefer the pre 1950 carbines with the longer forend wood for looks.
 
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