Make: Winchester, Mfg. by U.S. Repeating Arms

Model: 1894 Oliver F. Winchester Commemorative

Serial Number: OFW11552

Year of Manufacture: 1980, C&R

Caliber: .38-55 Winchester

Action Type: Lever Action Rifle with Full-Length Tubular Magazine

Barrel Length: 24”. Octagon

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a U-notch semi-buckhorn elevator sight dovetailed to the barrel. The left side of the receiver is drilled, tapped, and filled for a receiver sight (none present).

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered wood with a capped forearm, straight grip, straight comb, and a crescent blued buttplate. The wood is clean with no notable handling wear. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 1/4” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttplate, which shows no wear. Overall, the stocks rate in about Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blue, Gold

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows no notable operational or handling wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are crisp. Overall, this rifle is in about Excellent - Like New condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly and smoothly. The lever safety is present and functions properly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with its two piece foam inserts and commemorative sleeve, owner’s manual, and handouts.

Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 1894 Oliver F. Winchester Commemorative rifle was released in 1980 to honor the legacy of the man whose name is synonymous with the American lever-action rifle. Chambered in the classic .38-55 Winchester, this commemorative edition pays tribute to one of the original cartridges offered in the 1894 platform. Featuring a 24” octagon barrel, full-length magazine tube, and elegant gold embellishments, the rifle combines form and function with heritage styling. The gold receiver is engraved honoring Oliver F. Winchester’s contribution to American firearms history, while the deeply blued barrel and checkered wood stocks offer a striking contrast that echoes 19th-century craftsmanship.

This example is in exceptional condition, retaining 99% of its original metal finish with no notable handling wear. The bore is pristine, the action functions flawlessly, and the overall presentation—including the clean checkered wood, sharp markings, and excellent fitment—reflects collector-grade preservation. Included with the rifle are the original foam inserts, commemorative sleeve, and factory literature, making it an even more attractive offering for Winchester fans. Whether you're a lever-action enthusiast, a commemorative collector, or someone seeking a historically rich rifle in a shootable caliber, this Oliver F. Winchester edition stands tall as both a showpiece and a shooter.