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#13843528 - 05/23/19 Winchester 38-55
Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 14,810 saddlesore Campfire 'Bwana
saddlesore Campfire 'Bwana Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 14,810 Colorado Springs, CO, USA	My nephew wants to send me an older Winchester in 38 -55 he claims.Octagon,long barrel blade front sight,but no side plate like a 73. I have an old 1906 Marlin 94 that sounds the same, but he claims it is a Winchester. Would this be an early 94.I have no other info. Anyone have any photos or information on such a rifle? If God wanted you to walk and carry things on your back, He would not have invented stirrups and pack saddles

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#13843876 - 05/24/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 8,904 moosemike Campfire Outfitter
moosemike Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 8,904 PA	If it's a lever action it would be the model 1894 The gauge of the gun is an index to the ability of the man to prove his manhood…If it is a 12-gauge, he is so-so. If it is a 16, he is pretty good. If it’s a 20-gauge, he is excellent, and if it a .410 he is bragging. -Robert Ruark

#13844121 - 05/24/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 14,810 saddlesore Campfire 'Bwana
saddlesore Campfire 'Bwana Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 14,810 Colorado Springs, CO, USA	OK thanks If God wanted you to walk and carry things on your back, He would not have invented stirrups and pack saddles

#13845106 - 05/24/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 8,904 moosemike Campfire Outfitter
moosemike Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 8,904 PA	They're worth a lot of money especially in 38-55. The gauge of the gun is an index to the ability of the man to prove his manhood…If it is a 12-gauge, he is so-so. If it is a 16, he is pretty good. If it’s a 20-gauge, he is excellent, and if it a .410 he is bragging. -Robert Ruark

#13845311 - 05/24/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Nov 2015 Posts: 9,723 JamesJr Campfire Outfitter
JamesJr Campfire Outfitter Joined: Nov 2015 Posts: 9,723 The Pennyrile of Kentucky	I'm not a huge lever gun fan, although I've owned a Marlin 336 in 35 Rem for about 40 years, and have a Rossi 92 in 45 Colt. But, for some reason, I've always wanted a Winchester in 38-55.

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#13845542 - 05/24/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 1,218 htredneck Campfire Regular
htredneck Campfire Regular Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 1,218 Cass County, Missouri	This one followed me home today... 1894 Winchester - 26" half-ocatagon / half-round barrel, 38-55... S/N says it was made in 1901 Country boy will survive

#13845574 - 05/24/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 8,904 moosemike Campfire Outfitter
moosemike Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 8,904 PA	Love it! The gauge of the gun is an index to the ability of the man to prove his manhood…If it is a 12-gauge, he is so-so. If it is a 16, he is pretty good. If it’s a 20-gauge, he is excellent, and if it a .410 he is bragging. -Robert Ruark

#13845688 - 05/24/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 14,810 saddlesore Campfire 'Bwana
saddlesore Campfire 'Bwana Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 14,810 Colorado Springs, CO, USA	I am shipping several family heirlooms to my nephew and he says in return he will ship me that 38-55.I'm trying to wittle down my firearm count,but don't want to pass this up If God wanted you to walk and carry things on your back, He would not have invented stirrups and pack saddles

#13845904 - 05/24/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: May 2011 Posts: 36,514 Fireball2 Campfire Oracle
Fireball2 Campfire Oracle Joined: May 2011 Posts: 36,514 Oregon	I've never had so much fun as I've had with my Savage 1899 in 38-55. I shoot that thing across canyons at rocks and it's very intuitive. Like shooting a 22LR. _______________________________________________________ Molon labe bitches The world has gone completely crazy, starting with most of you! Intolerance is about to become very popular. I'm ahead of the curve.

#13846311 - 05/24/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Feb 2013 Posts: 4,291 Angus1895 Campfire Guide
Angus1895 Campfire Guide Joined: Feb 2013 Posts: 4,291 Idaho	The 38/55 is very fun! "Shoot low sheriff, I think he's riding a shetland!" B. Wills

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#13846742 - 05/25/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Feb 2003 Posts: 2,696 Ole_270 Campfire Guide
Ole_270 Campfire Guide Joined: Feb 2003 Posts: 2,696 Ks	Lots of fun, my M336 rebored by JES gets used more than any other gun in my safe. Some of the original 38-55s can be troublesome to load for since groove diameter varied quite a bit. Cast bullets are the way to go, once you've got a throat casting to see what size to use. Loaded light, 10 gr either Unique or Universal, it is a great practice/plinking round. Heavier hunting loads, 4198 or even heavier with 3031, get the job done well out to reasonable iron sight ranges. Starline makes brass in two lengths, I use the 2.082" with complete satisfaction.

#13847108 - 05/25/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Feb 2013 Posts: 4,291 Angus1895 Campfire Guide
Angus1895 Campfire Guide Joined: Feb 2013 Posts: 4,291 Idaho	Are the rifelings in the model 1894 38/55 Winchester shallower than modern firearms or is the barrel on mine worn? Last edited by Angus1895; 05/25/19. "Shoot low sheriff, I think he's riding a shetland!" B. Wills

#13847323 - 05/25/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: Angus1895]
Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 8,904 moosemike Campfire Outfitter
moosemike Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 8,904 PA	Originally Posted by Angus1895 Are the rifelings in the model 1894 38/55 Winchester shallower than modern firearms or is the barrel on mine worn? Yes they were shallower but it's probably worn as well. The gauge of the gun is an index to the ability of the man to prove his manhood…If it is a 12-gauge, he is so-so. If it is a 16, he is pretty good. If it’s a 20-gauge, he is excellent, and if it a .410 he is bragging. -Robert Ruark

#13848345 - 05/25/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Feb 2013 Posts: 4,291 Angus1895 Campfire Guide
Angus1895 Campfire Guide Joined: Feb 2013 Posts: 4,291 Idaho	That is a big assumption. Surely it is like new in box if I own it! Just kidding! "Shoot low sheriff, I think he's riding a shetland!" B. Wills

#13853854 - 05/27/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Feb 2013 Posts: 4,291 Angus1895 Campfire Guide
Angus1895 Campfire Guide Joined: Feb 2013 Posts: 4,291 Idaho	Great news today. Me and my brother got together built some cartridges for my 38/55 1894. She shoots just Jim dandy!!!!!!! "Shoot low sheriff, I think he's riding a shetland!" B. Wills

#13855342 - 05/28/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 8,904 moosemike Campfire Outfitter
moosemike Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 8,904 PA	That's good to hear. The gauge of the gun is an index to the ability of the man to prove his manhood…If it is a 12-gauge, he is so-so. If it is a 16, he is pretty good. If it’s a 20-gauge, he is excellent, and if it a .410 he is bragging. -Robert Ruark

#13858811 - 05/29/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Feb 2013 Posts: 4,291 Angus1895 Campfire Guide
Angus1895 Campfire Guide Joined: Feb 2013 Posts: 4,291 Idaho	Thank you! The barrel is very evenly pitted, but very nice groove and lands exist. She shot cast sized to .379 with 22 grains h 4198 R.E.M. 9.5 primers. Under two inches 50 yards 5 shot group. I was extremely happy! "Shoot low sheriff, I think he's riding a shetland!" B. Wills

#13860415 - 05/30/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 8,904 moosemike Campfire Outfitter
moosemike Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 8,904 PA	Good to hear. Some bores are so pitted they lead up right away and you can only fire a few shots without cleaning. Usually though a rough bore will still shoot jacketed alright. The gauge of the gun is an index to the ability of the man to prove his manhood…If it is a 12-gauge, he is so-so. If it is a 16, he is pretty good. If it’s a 20-gauge, he is excellent, and if it a .410 he is bragging. -Robert Ruark

#13861054 - 05/30/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: Angus1895]
Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 39,061 gunner500 Campfire Oracle
gunner500 Campfire Oracle Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 39,061 Oklahoma	Nice, I have to shoot cast bullets at .380" in mine, love it too, Congrats! MOLON-LABE you commie vaginas!

#13861848 - 05/31/19 Re: Winchester 38-55 [Re: saddlesore]
Joined: May 2005 Posts: 1,864 JBLEDSOE Campfire Ranger
JBLEDSOE Campfire Ranger Joined: May 2005 Posts: 1,864 Caldwell Idaho	. I shoot .379 or .380 bullets in mine depending on which gun I am using ( I have 6 or 7 38-55 rifles), 10 grains of Unique or Universal in Starline 2.082 cases. Great fun. Starline also makes a 2.125 case but that is for black powder or breech loading use and not the best for cast bullets.

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