I took the Model 94 Trapper Takedown carbine to the range

[David LaPell]

I took the Model 94 .30-30 Trapper takedown carbine to the range today. This gun was made in 1964 according to the serial number and started life as a regular Model 94 carbine.

I took pics of how the rifle takes down with the button under the front band on the mag tube. Push the button, slide the mag tube forward and then turn the barreled, tube and forearm counter clockwise and it all takes down.

I shot it with 170 grain Remington loads, and it's not all that bad. I've heard that some takedown lever guns are not as accurate as solid frame guns. I busted a couple of clay targets with it at 25 yards offhand so it should be good on deer out to 100 yards or so. Right now I am looking for a case of some kind, I want an older leather case, something that isn't new or tactical.

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[Der Gebirgsjager]

Nice rifle!

[Bazoo]

Pretty darned neat. Thanks for sharing.

[725]

That looks like the conversion described in an old NRA gunsmithing publication. I've wanted to do that exact design in the worst way. Not being talented, I've known better. Enjoy your unique '94. Might want to look for a saddle case (leather), or have one of our talented member leather workers make one up for you.

[Shawlerbrook]

That is some cool old time gunsmithing.

[Der Gebirgsjager]

David-- I'd kind of like to see a photo of the end of the fore end below the barrel shank. Like looking at it from the breech of the barrel, but below the shank. Is there some sort of tightness adjusting device there, like perhaps a couple of studs?

DG