I have 4, 95's; two originals, one a .30 U. S. The other a .35 WCF. A Browning clone in 30/06 and last week I picked up a Winchester 2006 30/06 commemorative SRC. Years ago I had a Browning in 30/40. But like the dolt that I am, I traded for something I thought I really needed at the time.
Took a nice 5 x 6 Bull back on 18th Oct, with the Browning Miroku 06. I love the 95. While the 71 is a great and classic piece, I really enjoy the 95 more. I have no issues packing a 95 and to me they point better especially the Browning with the flat buttplate.
Actually I always liked the end of production 1886 3/4 mag take down 33 WCF's over the 71's! (Yes, I know the .348 is prolly a better ctg.) One with the straight grip. To me they always felt better than the 71. Perhaps a bit more balanced, lighter, easier to handle with the slimmer buttstock.
To each his own. Bottom line is both the 71 and the 95 are great old classic hunting rifles. As long as I can still see the sights, I'll use my 95's!
Last edited by kaywoodie; 10/31/15.
