Manufactured in 1920, this is a fine example of a Model 1894 "Trapper's" carbine with the desirable, non-regulated, 16 inch barrel and chambered in the rarely seen .32-40 W.C.F. These carbines were widely valued in the American West well into the 20th century, not only by trappers, but also by farmers, ranchers, and anyone else in need of the portable firepower they had to offer. These trapper's carbines often saw hard use as a working gun and remain desirable in almost any condition, with above average examples like this one being very rare. There are standard Winchester factory oval proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech. The upper left of the desirable 16 inch barrel is marked with the two-line address/patent dates and the caliber marking at the breech. The three-line model and trademark information is marked on the upper tang and the serial number is on the bottom of the receiver. It is fitted with a pinned blade front sight and folding ladder rear sight. This example appears to have been special ordered without a saddle ring, which was standard on carbines until around 1932. It is mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a carbine buttplate.

Fine, retains 60% plus of the original blue finish on the barrel, magazine tube, and lever, with the balance showing traces of original blue finish and a mix of grey and brown patina. The wood is also fine with a few scattered minor dings and some light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. A fine example of an above average condition Model 1894 "Trapper's" carbine chambered in the rare .32-40 W.C.F. cartridge!