I recently found a Model 1895 Winchester Carbine in 30 Army at a local shop. The wood shows wear and quite a few nicks with a small sliver missing beside the tang. The receiver retains much of the original blue while the barrell retains no more than 30%. The serial number is four digits (made 1897). Can anyone help with places to search for historical data on the gun. Can anyone comment on what shape these guns are usually found in? I know what the book value might be but does anyone have an idea what folks are actually paying over-the-counter for these? Thanks.

If you like the gun buy it.

if your local library can order you a book, or if you want to buy it at a local bookstore, try this one. "Winchester An American Legend" by R.L. Wilson. It has a lot of good info about the model 1895, as well as all winchesters.

The old Win. m-95 carbines are bringing a premium price these days..Check out the Gun Digest for values, they always have a number of them for sale..

Of course if a fella wants a shooter (and can abide a tang safety) there was a recent run of repro carbines in either 30 Govt or 30'06 that seem to be running ~1300 USD

They are nice shooters-- I got a pair in 30-06 and a 30-40.

+1 on the reproductions. The Mikoru workmanship is excellent for fit/finish.

I got the rifle takedown version (.30-06) and then had it cut down to carbine length, added a peep sight, recoil pad and sling swivels.

Balance is good, weight isn't too bad.

The 1895 is unusual, and some fellow hunters see it and ask if it's a .30-30. Nope...

I've got a carbine in 30 40 also. Mines hammered, no bluing,stock been there. I've been offered $1200 for it. Mines a late one, 1917

1897 is early for the krag, I'd guess a 4 digit # is going to bring a pretty good $.

Whats the guy asking for it.

I love the old 95 carbines and the 30-40 with 220 gr. bullets was a sure killer of deer and elk..made a really nice saddle gun if you could shoot iron sights..The 06 is just MORE of the same thing and probably the better option for a hunting rifle...

Ray, what bullet would you use in 220 grains?

Buckeye, in .30 caliber think of Remington Core Lokt as #1 and a Hornady Interlock as #2 for these uses and speeds.