#132 • Winchester Model 94 Cowboy Commemorative Lever-Action Rifle - 30-30 WIN
Part of WINTER SPORTSMAN CONSIGNMENT AUCTION MONDAY, DECEMBER 7TH 6:30PM (live auction by Edinburg Auction Sales. Inc. )
Status: Available
Category: FIREARMS
Winchester | Model 94 Cowboy Commemorative | .30-30 Winchester | 1970 Lever-Action Carbine The Winchester Model 94 Cowboy Commemorative is a special-edition lever-action carbine manufactured in 1970 as a tribute to the American cowboy and the enduring legacy of the Old West. Produced during Winchester's extensive commemorative firearms program, the Cowboy Commemorative celebrates the ranchers, cattlemen, and frontier horsemen who helped shape the history and mythology of the American West. Built on the legendary Winchester Model 94 action, this commemorative combines traditional lever-action styling with distinctive Western-themed decorations, making it an interesting variation of one of America's most recognizable sporting rifles. The Winchester Model 1894 was originally designed by John Moses Browning and introduced in 1894. The following year, Winchester introduced the .30 Winchester Center Fire cartridge, better known today as the .30-30 Winchester, which became closely associated with the Model 94 and helped establish the rifle as a favorite among American hunters. By the time the Cowboy Commemorative appeared in 1970, the Model 94 had already earned a prominent place in American sporting history. The commemorative edition features a traditional 20" round barrel, walnut stock and forearm, and a specially decorated receiver featuring Western imagery. Its commemorative artwork includes cowboy and ranching scenes, the phrases "Brave Land" and "Bold Men," and a decorative stock medallion depicting a cowboy roping cattle. These details distinguish the Cowboy Commemorative from standard-production Model 94 carbines of the same period. This particular 1970 Winchester Model 94 Cowboy Commemorative, serial number CB27839, remains in excellent condition with a bright, shiny bore. It is accompanied by its original factory box, including the original Styrofoam insert and outer cardboard sleeve, along with some original paperwork and tags. The Styrofoam remains intact, while the cardboard sleeve is in good condition with edge wear and some tears near one end. The inclusion of its original packaging and accompanying materials adds to its appeal as a collectible Winchester commemorative. Firearm Specs Manufacturer: Winchester Repeating Arms Model: Model 94 Cowboy Commemorative Caliber: .30-30 Winchester Action: Lever-Action Repeating Rifle Barrel Length: 20" Finish: Blued Barrel and Magazine Tube / Decorated Commemorative Receiver Stock/Grip: Walnut Stock and Forearm with Commemorative Medallion Capacity: Tubular Magazine Sights: Front Blade / Adjustable Rear Sight Year of Manufacture: 1970 Commemorative Theme: American Cowboy and Western Heritage Magazine Type: Tubular Magazine Receiver: Western-Themed Commemorative Engraving Serial Number Prefix: CB Country of Manufacture: USA Serial Number CB27839 Condition Excellent condition. The rifle presents very well overall, with minimal evidence of previous use or handling reported. The bore is bright and shiny. Original Box Condition: The original factory box is included and remains in good overall condition. Styrofoam Insert: Intact, with no reported cracks or breaks. Outer Cardboard Sleeve: Good condition, showing edge wear and some tears near one end. Paperwork: Some original paperwork and tags included. Extras & Features 1970 Winchester Cowboy Commemorative edition Original factory box Intact original Styrofoam packaging Original cardboard sleeve Some original paperwork and tags Special CB-prefix commemorative serial number 20" round barrel Western-themed commemorative receiver decoration "Brave Land" and "Bold Men" commemorative inscriptions Decorative cowboy-themed stock medallion Traditional walnut stock and forearm Classic Winchester Model 94 lever-action design Historic .30-30 Winchester chambering Bright, shiny bore Excellent overall condition American manufacture An excellent example of the 1970 Winchester Model 94 Cowboy Commemorative in .30-30 Winchester, celebrating the traditions and imagery of the American West. Its distinctive commemorative decoration, classic lever-action design, and original factory packaging make it an appealing addition to a Winchester commemorative or Western firearms collection. The inclusion of its original box, intact Styrofoam insert, and accompanying paperwork and tags further enhances its collector appeal.