Comments on: Winchester 1892 Takedown Rifle makes a comeback http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/ Firearms not Politics Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:19:07 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: marc russo http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-84594 marc russo Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:58:55 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-84594 It certainly wasn't a takedown and had a conventional 20" barrel with a wide looped lever. It had a number of special modifications for the trick firing demonstrated on the show---which also required the athletic prowess of Chuck Connors. There is a good description of these at the Rifleman's Rifle website. The site doesn't mention something that I had read in the past. That the fact that the rifle could fire solely by cycling the lever, required it to registered with the federal government under the National Firearms Act of 1934. It certainly wasn’t a takedown and had a conventional 20″ barrel with a wide looped lever. It had a number of special modifications for the trick firing demonstrated on the show—which also required the athletic prowess of Chuck Connors. There is a good description of these at the Rifleman’s Rifle website. The site doesn’t mention something that I had read in the past. That the fact that the rifle could fire solely by cycling the lever, required it to registered with the federal government under the National Firearms Act of 1934.

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]]> By: Mike http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-84584 Mike Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:38:43 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-84584 What were the specs of the TV series Rifleman 1892 44-40 model ? I would love to own one especially if it were an original production. What were the specs of the TV series Rifleman 1892 44-40 model ? I would love to own one especially if it were an original production.

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]]> By: Marc Russo http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-71462 Marc Russo Wed, 14 Sep 2011 19:32:03 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-71462 Helpful information Richard. Now all we need is a popular price and a .44 magnum witha 16" barrel. A variant with a synthetic stock and parkerized finish would be supreme! Helpful information Richard. Now all we need is a popular price and a .44 magnum witha 16″ barrel. A variant with a synthetic stock and parkerized finish would be supreme!

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]]> By: Richard Hackler http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-71430 Richard Hackler Wed, 14 Sep 2011 02:25:34 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-71430 Hello, I did a Google search and this forum came up. I've been looking at Winchesters and while I can't purchase one right now I have found information that might be of assistance to some of you. The following guns are for sale on these sights. These are all Model 1892 Takedowns: www.gunsamerica.com .To get to these go Rifles-Winchester Rifles-Modern Lever-Other Lever and you will find the following: 32-20 20" $1,500 357 Mag-16" $1,795 44-40 20" $1,695 45 Colt 20" $1,049 ;$1,129 ;$1,199 ;$1,499 www.gunsinternational.com .To get to these go Rifles-Winchester 1892 32-20 24" $1,179 44-40 20" $1,149; $1,865 Hope this helps out. Hello, I did a Google search and this forum came up. I’ve been looking at Winchesters and while I can’t purchase one right now I have found information that might be of assistance to some of you. The following guns are for sale on these sights.
These are all Model 1892 Takedowns:
http://www.gunsamerica.com .To get to these go Rifles-Winchester Rifles-Modern Lever-Other Lever and you will find the following:

32-20 20″ $1,500
357 Mag-16″ $1,795
44-40 20″ $1,695
45 Colt 20″ $1,049 ;$1,129 ;$1,199 ;$1,499

http://www.gunsinternational.com .To get to these go Rifles-Winchester 1892

32-20 24″ $1,179
44-40 20″ $1,149; $1,865

Hope this helps out.

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]]> By: Stephen Hatt http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-70462 Stephen Hatt Mon, 29 Aug 2011 02:14:23 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-70462 Looking for a takedown trapper, 16 in. octagonal barrel in either .357 or .44 cal. Ready to buy ASAP. Looking for a takedown trapper, 16 in. octagonal barrel in either .357 or .44 cal. Ready to buy ASAP.

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]]> By: RJ http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-68544 RJ Sun, 31 Jul 2011 22:15:54 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-68544 Looking for a trapper takedown in .357 cal found a 45 LC for $1600 but really want a .357 still looking... Looking for a trapper takedown in .357 cal found a 45 LC for $1600 but really want a .357 still looking…

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]]> By: ed beacom http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-55036 ed beacom Wed, 09 Feb 2011 23:43:37 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-55036 Concernimg the Model 1892. Just aquired one in 44-40(WCF) and love it. Priced at just under $1,000.00 it was worth it! Mine is a 2008 "Special takedown". Don't know where it has been for that time but it was NIB an #61 of 251. With todays economics, a little inflation, and some demand for all things Winchester( well from my point of view ) this takedown version is very close to the original(had my hands on one, couldn't get my wallet around it though). Rebound hammer and tang safety make sense to me and do not take away from looks or function. Shoots a little high but if one checks the rounds and trusts the rifle it will shoot inside a coffee mug at 100 yards with the iron sights. I want to try it wit a "regged hole" peep sight asap. If you get a chance check out the 44-40 version. Good shooting Concernimg the Model 1892. Just aquired one in 44-40(WCF) and love it. Priced at just under $1,000.00 it was worth it! Mine is a 2008 “Special takedown”. Don’t know where it has been for that time but it was NIB an #61 of 251.

With todays economics, a little inflation, and some demand for all things Winchester( well from my point of view ) this takedown version is very close to the original(had my hands on one, couldn’t get my wallet around it though). Rebound hammer and tang safety make sense to me and do not take away from looks or function.

Shoots a little high but if one checks the rounds and trusts the rifle it will shoot inside a coffee mug at 100 yards with the iron sights. I want to try it wit a “regged hole” peep sight asap.

If you get a chance check out the 44-40 version. Good shooting

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]]> By: Marc Russo http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-43420 Marc Russo Thu, 23 Sep 2010 14:30:15 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-43420 The ideal would be a popularly priced takedown '92 in .357 and/or .44 magnum with a 16" barrel. The ideal backpacker/off roader gun. A couple of hundred extra bucks could make a stainless steel, synthetic stock "marine" model available to canoeists and boaters. A similar formula in .30-.30 and perhaps .35 Remington based on the '94 action would be another possibility. A lightweight take down pump in the same calibers like the old made in Israel Timberwolf carbine would have the same appeal. I think that these carbines would sell by the truckload. The perfect thing for outdoors types, travelers, or the the gun psycho who thinks he has everything. The ideal would be a popularly priced takedown ’92 in .357 and/or .44 magnum with a 16″ barrel. The ideal backpacker/off roader gun. A couple of hundred extra bucks could make a stainless steel, synthetic stock “marine” model available to canoeists and boaters. A similar formula in .30-.30 and perhaps .35 Remington based on the ’94 action would be another possibility. A lightweight take down pump in the same calibers like the old made in Israel Timberwolf carbine would have the same appeal.

I think that these carbines would sell by the truckload. The perfect thing for outdoors types, travelers, or the the gun psycho who thinks he has everything.

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]]> By: Old Klingon http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-43339 Old Klingon Wed, 22 Sep 2010 19:38:27 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-43339 The new 1892 Winchester (Miroku) deluxe takedown trapper in 44 magnum is an excellent reproduction of this old design. The wood to metal fit is great, the blue finish is well done and reflect quality workmanship. In my opinion, these new guns are comparable if not better than the old ones. The action is buttery smooth, the trigger is about 5 pounds, and the gun is extremely handy. Mine shoots between 3 and 4 inches at 100 yards. All in all I believe for folks that like these western style guns, it is good value for the dollar. Wish you all well. Good luck and good shooting. The new 1892 Winchester (Miroku) deluxe takedown trapper in 44 magnum is an excellent reproduction of this old design. The wood to metal fit is great, the blue finish is well done and reflect quality workmanship. In my opinion, these new guns are comparable if not better than the old ones. The action is buttery smooth, the trigger is about 5 pounds, and the gun is extremely handy. Mine shoots between 3 and 4 inches at 100 yards. All in all I believe for folks that like these western style guns, it is good value for the dollar. Wish you all well. Good luck and good shooting.

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]]> By: Marc Russo http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-30137 Marc Russo Mon, 05 Apr 2010 16:18:51 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-30137 A takedown Model 92 with a short "Trapper" barrel and synthetic stock would be an ideal backpacker/survival weapon. The action can handle .44 magnum which is a superior close range defensive round to a .30-.30. The lever throw is shorter with less chance of a short stroke. And the .44 magnum develops 30% more power out of a 16" barrel. A carrying case capable of flotation would sell well to canoeists, kayakers, and other boaters. The above would sell very well if offered at a reasonable price. A takedown Model 92 with a short “Trapper” barrel and synthetic stock would be an ideal backpacker/survival weapon. The action can handle .44 magnum which is a superior close range defensive round to a .30-.30. The lever throw is shorter with less chance of a short stroke. And the .44 magnum develops 30% more power out of a 16″ barrel.

A carrying case capable of flotation would sell well to canoeists, kayakers, and other boaters.

The above would sell very well if offered at a reasonable price.

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]]> By: Rick http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-13036 Rick Sun, 09 Aug 2009 13:45:26 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-13036 Did you say $1900, dang thats steap, I remember when you could buy a new Winchester 3030 for about $250 and a used one for $125. For $1900 You can buy a Good Rifle, with a Leupold Scope, and a handgun to boot. Did you say $1900, dang thats steap, I remember when you could buy a new Winchester 3030 for about $250 and a used one for $125.
For $1900 You can buy a Good Rifle, with a Leupold Scope, and a handgun to boot.

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]]> By: Wis. Jim http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-12309 Wis. Jim Sun, 19 Jul 2009 16:08:39 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-12309 I spoke with a Winchester rep recently. They are anxious to return the M-94 back into production asap, as Tim said they must wait out the "no-build" timeframe. It appears that the 94 will also be built next to the currrent M70's in the FNH plant in S.C. as soon as they can. If quality is as good as the new M70-s these will be the best '94s ever! I am waiting for one! I spoke with a Winchester rep recently. They are anxious to return the M-94 back into production asap, as Tim said they must wait out the “no-build” timeframe. It appears that the 94 will also be built next to the currrent M70′s in the FNH plant in S.C. as soon as they can. If quality is as good as the new M70-s these will be the best ’94s ever! I am waiting for one!

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]]> By: Ken http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-12288 Ken Sun, 19 Jul 2009 00:01:57 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-12288 Ya 1900 is a bit nuts... Ya 1900 is a bit nuts…

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]]> By: Drinkin' the Franklin Kool Aid http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-12207 Drinkin' the Franklin Kool Aid Fri, 17 Jul 2009 01:20:45 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-12207 For $1900 I can get so much more rifle, in say, a Springfield Armory. For $1900 I can get so much more rifle, in say, a Springfield Armory.

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]]> By: Daniel E. Watters http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-12198 Daniel E. Watters Thu, 16 Jul 2009 18:39:42 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-12198 Hmm, it looks like Miroku is actually part of the FN/Browning/Winchester family of businesses now. Hmm, it looks like Miroku is actually part of the FN/Browning/Winchester family of businesses now.

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]]> By: Matt Groom http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-12192 Matt Groom Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:55:37 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-12192 New for 2006, the only Winchester I ever lusted after, the 1894 Timber Carbine Scout Take-down model in .30-30 or .44 magnum (.32 Win. Special was announced, but apparently never produced), MSRP $699. I waited anxiously for it to arrive, but before it did , the decided to closer their doors forever. Dumbasses. That's literally the only .30-30 I ever wanted. As for the 1892 take-downs, I like it. BUT there's no way in hell I'd pay that much for a new "Winchester", no, no, no. Not when I could get a David Pedersoli that's exactly the same for $650-$750. I'm not paying that much for a label on a box. New for 2006, the only Winchester I ever lusted after, the 1894 Timber Carbine Scout Take-down model in .30-30 or .44 magnum (.32 Win. Special was announced, but apparently never produced), MSRP $699. I waited anxiously for it to arrive, but before it did , the decided to closer their doors forever. Dumbasses. That’s literally the only .30-30 I ever wanted.

As for the 1892 take-downs, I like it. BUT there’s no way in hell I’d pay that much for a new “Winchester”, no, no, no. Not when I could get a David Pedersoli that’s exactly the same for $650-$750. I’m not paying that much for a label on a box.

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]]> By: Tim http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-12190 Tim Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:09:17 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-12190 "Winchester should seriously consider mass producing a modern takedown version in .30-30 and some of the fancy new Marlin cartridges such as the .308 Marlin Express. I think it would sell very well." I don't disagree, that would be a slick set up. It would have to be on a 94 action though, not a 92. The 92 was a short frame designed for pistol cartridges. The 94 is the longer rifle action. IIRC, they still can't make 94's again yet. There was a contractual issue when they closed the US plant where the rifles could only be produced there until the contract expired. That may be up by now though, I haven't looked into it for a while. “Winchester should seriously consider mass producing a modern takedown version in .30-30 and some of the fancy new Marlin cartridges such as the .308 Marlin Express. I think it would sell very well.”

I don’t disagree, that would be a slick set up. It would have to be on a 94 action though, not a 92. The 92 was a short frame designed for pistol cartridges. The 94 is the longer rifle action.

IIRC, they still can’t make 94′s again yet. There was a contractual issue when they closed the US plant where the rifles could only be produced there until the contract expired. That may be up by now though, I haven’t looked into it for a while.

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]]> By: Daniel E. Watters http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/07/16/winchester-1892-takedown-rifle-makes-a-comeback/comment-page-1/#comment-12189 Daniel E. Watters Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:54:55 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7112#comment-12189 Around 27 years ago, USRAC (Winchester) introduced rimmed versions of the .308 and .358 Winchester in a beefed up Model 94 variant. They promptly flopped. When is the last time you've seen .307 or .356 Winchester ammunition on a store shelf? I'd be surprised to learn that these new rifles are built in the US. They are mostly likely made by Miroku in Japan under contract. Around 27 years ago, USRAC (Winchester) introduced rimmed versions of the .308 and .358 Winchester in a beefed up Model 94 variant. They promptly flopped. When is the last time you’ve seen .307 or .356 Winchester ammunition on a store shelf?

I’d be surprised to learn that these new rifles are built in the US. They are mostly likely made by Miroku in Japan under contract.

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