Originally Posted by shrapnel


I never thought much of the Winchester 1895, as it is kind of bastard child. Lever guns were a thing of the past, but it was still developed for a dying market. Find a nice one in 40-72 and the rules are changed.

I found this one and Mike already had the 405, just right for a comparative article and here it is...

[Linked Image]




Heavy and ugly.....I find nothing special or alluring about them. It's hard to believe but there is something even uglier & heavier chambered for .348 cartridge. On the other hand old vintage .30WCF 1894 still makes wonderful woods deer rig.