At the LGS today I saw a 94 Winchester in .32 Special. Date of manufacture was 1951. I'd say it was 90% or better, wood and metal both. A few small nicks and scratches, maybe a bit of finish thinning on the edges and at the carry point, but overall pretty dang nice. All original as far as I could tell, sights, steel butt plate, finish. Not perfect, but it was the best .32 model 94 I've seen in a long time.
Lever was tied down so I couldn't see the bore without asking a clerk to cut the tie, and I wasn't ready to buy anyway. I'd guess the bore was nice, just based on the rest of the gun.
$550.
I couldn't stop telling myself that I have tuition bills coming due, a couple of vehicles that need tires, and many other reasons to be responsible. I walked away, but that price seems awfully good for a nice pre-64 .32 Special. What do you guys think?
Uncle R.