Winchester ~ Model 94 (1972) ~ .30-30 Winchester

Winchester Model 94 chambered in .30-30 is one of the most famous and widely used lever-action deer hunting rifles in American history. Designed by John Browning and introduced in 1894 (with the .30-30 / .30 WCF chambering following in 1895), it was the first commercial sporting rifle built to handle modern smokeless powder. Key Specifications & Performance Caliber: .30-30 Winchester (.30 WCF) Action: Lever-action (top-eject on older models, angle-eject on later post-1982/AE models) Barrel Length: Typically a 20-inch carbine barrel, though lengths range from 16 to 26 inches depending on the specific variant Capacity: Usually a 6- to 7-round tubular magazine Weight: Around 6.5 to 7 lbs Effective Range: Best suited for distances under 150 to 200 yards, making it ideal for thick brush and timber hunting