Winchester Model 1894 Value & Manufacturing Date - Serial # 1289178

Question
I have a Winchester Mod. 94 Ser.# 1289178. It was my grandfathers gun which I got 47 years ago. It's in very good condition. Can you tell me when it was made and approx. value. Thanks

Answer
Hi,
Here is the serial number database.
http://armscollectors.com/sn/winlookup.php?file=win1894.dat
Produces this

The year of manufacture for serial number 1289178 is Between 1943 and 1948..

No records are available form 1943 - 1948

The Buffalo Bill Cody Historical Center has Winchester old records.
I MIGHT be able to give you more accurate date.
http://www.bbhc.org/

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