Model 94 refinished at long last!
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Model 94 refinished at long last!
hello folks,
I've been away a while, but finally have a functioning levergun to talk about. I bought this 1972 vintage 94 back in '05. I just intended to use it as a shooter, but after doing some engraving for various guys in the shop, I needed something for them to work on to pay me back. This was the only candidate I had at the time.
I ended up only putting some gold wire in at the muzzle and breech. never had time to do any other engraving on it. It looks great without it though.
It shoots great too.
Take care,
Tom
I've been away a while, but finally have a functioning levergun to talk about. I bought this 1972 vintage 94 back in '05. I just intended to use it as a shooter, but after doing some engraving for various guys in the shop, I needed something for them to work on to pay me back. This was the only candidate I had at the time.
I ended up only putting some gold wire in at the muzzle and breech. never had time to do any other engraving on it. It looks great without it though.
It shoots great too.
Take care,
Tom
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Looks GREAT!
What did they have to do to case harden the sintered receiver?
What did they have to do to case harden the sintered receiver?
Kind regards,
Tycer
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Oh yeah, I think you'll enjoy that! I love those case colors!!!!!!
It is good to see you here. I'm always interested in your unique perspective.
It is good to see you here. I'm always interested in your unique perspective.
Sincerely,
Hobie
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Thanks guys,
The fella who did the coloring said that he would try holding the temp down a bit. There is more gray on this one than is usual on the older Winchester receivers I see come through here at Turnbull's. Considering that the receivers from this time period often don't blue well, I'm very happy. barrel and tube are rust blued, the other hardware is carbona blued.
I did check the tang with cold blue ahead of time, and it took well. I hit the lower tang with a torch, and had good results, so we thought it was worth a try. If it didn't come out, we would have brushed it back to a gray "coin" finish.
Take care,
Tom
The fella who did the coloring said that he would try holding the temp down a bit. There is more gray on this one than is usual on the older Winchester receivers I see come through here at Turnbull's. Considering that the receivers from this time period often don't blue well, I'm very happy. barrel and tube are rust blued, the other hardware is carbona blued.
I did check the tang with cold blue ahead of time, and it took well. I hit the lower tang with a torch, and had good results, so we thought it was worth a try. If it didn't come out, we would have brushed it back to a gray "coin" finish.
Take care,
Tom
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Tom, I have said this before on the old leverguns forum, I had the oppertunity to visit Turnbull a few years ago. When the Gent behind the counter handed me a 1901 colt saa (used up) and then one that had been restored,I had to take a breath.
Lord Help You All at Turnbulls. If I would win a lottery You would beg for a day off. .Jim.
Lord Help You All at Turnbulls. If I would win a lottery You would beg for a day off. .Jim.
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WOW! is llike an understatement. My projects have fallen victim to my wifes scrutiny of my disposable income.
I'm glad someone is getting theirs done.
I'm glad someone is getting theirs done.
Griff,
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There is a fine line between hobby & obsession!
AND... I'm over it!!
No I ain't ready, but let's do it anyway!
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