My sentimental favorite is my M94 Winchester, acquired as a youth. It is still in good shape and hunts every year.

I fear nothing when I carry my Guide gun with 435 Grain LBT bullets moving at 1750 fps. Of course there isn't a whole lot to be scared of around here, but knowing that if the circus elephants get loose....

The one I thought of as the prettiest was my M71. I really regret selling it.