USOG's FAVORITE North American Rifle

I have been asked many times what is my favorite North American rifle. The answer lies in this video! Here we discuss the Mauser 98, and a range of original Winchester Models including the Winchester 1886, the Winchester 1892, and the Winchester 1894. I also have a discovery in rifle accuracy to share and some interesting cartridges. Standing the test of time, find out what Winchester is the easiest "go to" rifle. I hope you like this one. If so, please give it a like, subscribe, and join me on Patreon for more useful tidbits. You can also check out a related post on Instagram. Thanks for watching and stay healthy and safe.
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[@peterpta]

I will never understand what people want to achieve with nasty comments like that. I wish you the best of health, always!

[@randyschaff8939]

peterpta Someone was wishing the Wu Flu 😷 on Mike? I totally missed it but then l am a bit thick headed anyway and totally desensitized to shouting insults verbal and physical abuse. Twelve years in the CF 😂🤣LMAO🇨🇦

[@smithwesson7765]

@@randyschaff8939 Hey Randy, I can't believe anyone would wish that on Mike either. He's such a mellow guy. Which part of the CF did you get abused in ;) I did 7 as a grunt.

[@missey316]

@@randyschaff8939 thank you for your service

[@andrepierre900]

I am sure the person wishing you sickness is already suffering from within & hence his remarks. Long live USOG.

[@mountaingoat2340]

Agreed

[@markbingamon9351]

I'm glad I missed that. WTF is wrong with people I'll never understand. Life is the most important thing

[@13lochie]

Lots of lunatics out there.

[@stephensmith4480]

@@markbingamon9351 Mark. Some people have absolutely nothing going for them, they are not happy within themselves, so they want to make others just as miserable. The best thing is to just ignore them, they are not worth any effort. Other people try and bring a little bit of happiness and enjoyment to others, they are the ones worth devoting time to mate. My Father used to say to me, son, always treat people how you would like to be treated yourself and I always have.

[@frankwebster6082]

I'm also glad I missed that comment. Miserable PIECE OF SH_ _ PERSON.

[@johnwayne7476]

Hard times bring out the best in folks , unfortunately they also bring out the most miserable as well . Stay Healthy USOG! We need you!

[@LUVDOGS1954]

Here in the USA it is COVID-19 to the kazillionth power all day every day. What a relief to the brain and soul to have your videos to educate us, make us smile, and hear from a good man and a friend.

[@u.p.woodtick3296]

Edward Godic well said

[@bigbilllasalle]

Love your videos, stay well and make many more. Not only are you interesting and informative, but your style is as soothing as Mr. Rogers; who always had a good word and a great message.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thank you W.C. - I keep going and am truly appreciative of your words - I need support and understanding; as we all do. God Bless.

[@pseudopetrus]

I can remember buying that Dominion (C-I-L) brand of ammo here in Canada, yes I am that old!

[@regsparkes6507]

...and buying one box ( of 50 rounds ) of .22 long C.I.L. ammunition ( I seem to remember costing 50 cents ) to take out to my family's 'country place' so I can shoot 'all weekend' at nothing in particular, except perhaps many, many tin cans were turned into sieves. Ah yes, those were the days for sure!

[@davidnapemaskwa7251]

Whiz-Bang was the day!

[@millionjakeus]

Every canadian dad has like hundreds of boxes of old dominion and those blue imperial shotgun shells hiding away somewhere lol every time I rabbit hunt with an older gentleman they always have those old imperial shells lol

[@johnpeacock8799]

Thank you for all your efforts

[@antonycrisafulli6858]

Thank you mate for your amazing videos you bring me happiness and entertainment during these tough and uncertain times . Stay safe and take care from all of us in Australia

[@LeftThumbBreak]

If I asked somebody their favorite rifle, and they said a model 94 in 25-35, I'd say well done sir, well done :).

[@jeffhershey3591]

LeftThumbBreak I have a model 94 25_35 and 38_55 30wcf =30_30 32 special and model 92s in 38_40 and 44_40and a modern Rossi puma 92 in 44 mag all great guns

[@fritzruttimann1517]

I own a original Winchester Model 1894 with a saddle ring, that is 110 years old. Calibre is 25-35. I do still rarely shoot it. I love such old classic rifles. But for hunting I would rather like to have the Mauser 98 rifle shown and presented at the beginning of this video.

[@fedup3582]

I have a 64 built in 1940, chambered for 25-35. I have taken antelope with it and hope to get a deer with it soon. While it is not my favorite rifle, I doubt if I will ever sell it and I hope to do a lot more hunting with it.

[@servicerifle16]

Love my late 40s production 94, the slickest lever gun I've ever encountered. Want to get an 1886 but they're too expensive for my budget at the moment. Edit: What kind of monsters would want you to get sick and die? Shameful.

[@bobcampbell5151]

stay safe Mike Great shows love them to bad the monsters don.t run into SASquatch show them who.s BOSS///

[@jaredbrown986]

It was really the slickest shooting? Is that you John Wayne? Rooting tooting gun slinger you

[@randyschaff8939]

Wow my friend l remember paying $5.00 for a 20 rd. box of Dominion .303Brit. and $2.00 for a deer tag. The old Army and Navy store. $35.00 for a No 4 Mk 1 at Simpson Sears. Looking forward to more of your excellent videos . Also greatly amused about your getting scolded for “bumping” the firearms. 😂🤣🤠🇨🇦

[@paulchandler9646]

I remember no 4's at Woolco going for $ 10.00 in the 60's.

[@system3870]

@@paulchandler9646 I remember Kresge's five-and-dime had wooden barrels full of 1898 Mausers dirt cheap. Some were in perfect condition, just covered in dirt and grease.

[@randyschaff8939]

albert johnson That is going a ways back and the full stock complete rifles weren’t even sought after. Everyone wanted the “sporterized “ ones. stripping out those excellent aperture sights and trying to put open sights and scopes on them.🇨🇦🤠

[@davidnapemaskwa7251]

@@system3870 Early 60's Regina, SK Army and Navy store with wooden barrels full of full wood and sport cut Enfield MK 4's. Can't remember the price on the full wood rifles but I paid $9.97 for my MK 4 Sport Cut. Left the aperture sights on it and took many Whitetails. Sold the darned thing in the mid 70's, never should have, it was a sound rifle.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Amazing times - those early days. I have a hunch we were the lucky ones.

[@TargetSuite]

Thank you Mike. I confess, some of the bumps make me wince. But I dont see it as a character flaw. I just see a generous man sharing his abundance of knowledge and amazing collection of historic or just very interesting firearms with his viewers. Thank you!

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thanks Target Suite! These words help me!

[@guybaker7162]

great video. model 94 in 30 30 would be my go to gun if i had to carry a gun day to day just such a great design. be fun to have one in 219 zipper. best gun channel on youtube now that you dont bump guns, ha. take care.

[@jimtaylor3693]

After 25 years in the military I wish I had started my rifle collection sooner, but your video make up for it. Your cantor, your understanding and presentation are outstanding. Thank you.

[@kurthoogeveen7257]

Hi Mike. You're clealy affected by some bad comments someone has made. Unfortunately you've concentrated on something so negative when you have so many positive people who support, respect and enjoy your vids. YOU'RE the reason i own a 94 in 22 mag. I was just lucky i found the very rare semi pistol grip version. I did send you a message about it recently. To which you replied of course. You're the reason I'm going to own a Marlin 39a and the Chuckster. Keep smiling mate. You make me smile. All the best mate. Keep em coming. Kurt.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thank you Kurt! I keep trying.

[@glenpick1]

Thats incredibly interesting about the 39a - on the back of USOG's excellent tutorial on the 39a - I searched long & hard & found a pristine example which i jumped on. I had a few issues with failure to fires at first but replaced the firing pin & it now shoots wonderfully - hoping you find a nice 39a also.

[@dobypilgrim6160]

I used to represent US Repeating Arms in VA and WV when the Angle Eject was introduced. On a trip to the factory I shot one topped with a Leupold VX-III 1.5-5 scope. They had a 100 yard indoor underground range at the old factory. My first group size was 1.25". One of the Angle Eject big bore '94s shot 1.5" equipped the same way. Frankly I did no better with a Model 70 fresh off the line. Good days.

[@sog4646]

I wanted the big bore 94 since they came out. I've had several people tell me they are a little brutal to shoot.

[@fedup3582]

I bought a 94 angle eject black shadow chambered for 30-30. The original owner used it for shooting cast bullet loads with a Williams receiver sight on it. He said the best group he ever shot with it, using the cast bullet loads, was a one inch group at 200 yds. He gave me his cast bullet load but I wasn't really interested in that. This was when hornady came out with their FTX leverevolution load, and that was what I was interested in. I had never used a receiver peep sight before but promptly shot very impressive groups with the new ammo (for me anyway). I then had a friend shoot it, and he fired a 5 shot group with the hornady ammo. He called one shot a flyer. That flyer opened his group to 1 and 1/8th inch, the other 4 easily in 1 inch at 100 yds. Since then, I replaced the receiver sight with a 2-7 Leupold scope and since then, for me, it regularly delivers groups not much over an inch. It has worked wonderfully to take multiple deer and antelope. I put the receiver sight on an angle eject 94 trapper in 44 mag. I sighted it in and shot a 1 inch group at 100 yds with it. I then took it out and harvested an antelope doe. I also have a 64 chambered for 25-35 with the factory open sights. While it hasn't grouped 1 inch, it has shot as well as some scoped bolt rifles I have used. I took an antelope with it also. Nothing wrong with Winchester lever rifles.

[@kirkturner7092]

It says Winchester on the barrel; It’s not a copy, it’s a Winchester made by Miruko in Japan, unfortunately. Uberti & Pedersoli make copies. You can argue that Winchester isn’t Winchester but it would take a couple of lawyers and a courtroom to settle it.

[@northdakotaham1752]

Thanks for the video! Love lever guns and have several, mostly Henry rifles. Sadly, I sold my 94 and of course now wish I had not. Stay safe and ignore the haters.

[@davidlotti5407]

Winchester model 88 Marlin 336 when Marlin made them Sako Finnwolf Henry model Long Ranger

[@robertpage4123]

Must of missed this one?? Didn't know you weren't well!! Great to hear your doing OK now. Ps i dough you do, but i wouldn't take notice of any bad comments, people like that?? Are just sad? And That's putting it nicely. Keep well and stay safe.

[@SmoT76]

thank you again, sir. you're a walking encyclopedia!

[@lindaputnam9698]

Mike from Vermont. Be safe and stay healthy! We need good guys like you around when this is all over!

[@stuartleis9079]

As always, interesting comparisons. Good information. I enjoy listening to you. I'd like you to talk sometime about the .307 Winchester and maybe the .358.

[@453421abcdefg12345]

I must say that machine made guns are not my thing, I much prefer a double or falling block Farquharson, but I do enjoy my 1886 in 50-110, it is a fun gun and versatile enough to be able to load with shot for use in the barn on Rats, the one downside of a lever action is the changing balance point as the cartridges go down as mine has a full length magazine, but unfortunately not a octagonal barrel. Stay safe! Chris B.

[@paulsimmons5726]

Mike, You're a magician! I picked up a 1972 '94 in good Ol' 30-30 last week. How'd you decide to make a video about the latest rifle I've found, never ceases to amaze me... Anyways, I took it to the range and it holds a 2-3" group @ 100yds. Yes, perfect minute of whitetail, even with my older eyes... Funny enough, while all 9, 40, 45, and 223 seems to have evaporated lately, I purchased 6 boxes of Remington Corelock 125g Reduced Recoil on sale for $10/box. Range day was fun. One quick note - in addition to the reduced loads, I also had some Winchester Silver box 170's. Both types of ammo had the same felt recoil and the same POI at 25, 50, and 100yds. I got a great price on the Remington ammo because it had been marked down by Walmart to get rid of but the original price was a few dollars more than the Winchester. Go figure, Remington puts less powder in the case and then charges more because it's "for younger or smaller shooters". A first class marketing campaign by Big Green. LOL! Too bad it sat on the shelves and sold for a giveaway price. Thanks and take care!

[@swkohnle08]

Really enjoyed this video Mike. As a long time subscriber of your channel, the first rifle I bought was a Winchester 94 in 30-30. It’s a new one, but I love shooting it and I believe it is an excellent quality made even though it is made in Japan. As for those people who post negative comments, they must just be unhappy in general. If they could just learn to express more gratitude in their lives, they’d be happier. Stay safe Mike.

[@Me2Lancer]

Thank you. I suppose the Model 94 had to rise to the top of your selection of Favorite North American Rifle. That said, I'm glad you included the Model 92 which turns the .357 magnum into an effective rifle round. While the 94 doesn't have a free floated barrel maybe other factors; barrel length, weight and construction led to ideal harmonics that yield to accuracy. You also mentioned a 7mm and 25 caliber variant of the 94. I wasn't aware of them but these are 2 of my favorite calibers. I appreciate you for sharing the veteran's perspective. I'm a Vietnam vet and fully agree with the perspective you presented. Shame on anyone who would wish you ill will.

[@robertinscoe2379]

Thank you Mike for all you do for the firearm fans out there. Your videos are just enjoyable and not full of a lot of b.s. that a lot of others are. Stay safe

[@Threewolfs-]

I’m a Lever Action “FREAK”, and my favorites are the 1892 (38/357, 44, 44-40 & 45) & 1886 (45-70) have others, some a lot prettier but non as sweet as the ‘92’s & ‘86’s. 🤙🏼🇺🇸❤️🤠

[@warrengreen3217]

What about the model 444marlin in cal.444 marlin if u like 45-70 u will love it

[@burnsboysaresoldiers]

The old Winchester center-fire cartridges are really unsung heroes with the exceptions of the .30-30 and .44-40 which receive their praise. But the .25-35, .38-40, .32-20 and .25-20 are seriously underrated. They are a re loaders dream. I'm willing to bet that there were more .25-20 win92's than any other cartridge except the .44-40.

[@jeramyw]

38-40 is my favorite "original short rifle cartridge". So many 40 Cal projectiles on today's market. It looks like a 3030 that hasn't hit puberty yet. Lol

[@burnsboysaresoldiers]

@@jeramyw thats what im saying. these cartridges are underrated. take a reloader and a .38-40 magically becomes a 10mm, a .32-20 becomes a .327fed and a .25-20 becomes a .22hornetish)

[@jeramyw]

@@burnsboysaresoldiers I picked up a 1910 vintage 1892 in 38-40. First thing that attracted me was the superb metal finish. Deep dark bluing all around. The second was the caliber. At that point I had never heard of it. Quick Google search brought up 40 Cal. Cha ching. The wood is alright, sights are gone, needs a new firing pin, and to top it off the barrel was shot out. All that culminated into the perfect gun for me. Beautiful and cheap(comparatively). New sights, firing pin, a barrel liner (1:25 chromoly vs old 1:36), and some brand new loads would bring it up to date while still looking old. :) I couldn't be happier. People have gotten 2000 fps out of these 38-40s but I'll stick around 1400 fps. Good hollow point velocity.

[@jeramyw]

@@burnsboysaresoldiers I also had the idea to take a Ruger GP 100 Lipsey's 10mm auto and turn it into a convertible. Just add a cylinder for 38-40 and a cylinder for 10mm MAGNUM. 40 s&w would also work. The same could be done for 32-20/327 mag and 44-40/44 mag or special.

[@burnsboysaresoldiers]

@@jeramyw exactly, there is no reason why a reloader can't get a 200grain bullet going 1,300fps. Original black powder load for the .44-40 was a 200grain bullet going 1,300. these cartridges aren't like a .357 or .44 because these were meant to be out of a rifle from the beginning.

[@curatorartium]

Thank You. These classic designs have stood the test of time twofold, they have proven to be durable and enduring. I wonder what you might think of the Winchester model 71 in .348. They seem to be very rare and the last iteration of the 1886. I had never seen one until recently when a friend brought it in to be evaluated, it handled beautifully and didn't strike me as heavy but well balanced with a 24" barrel. Thanks again for sharing your enthusiasm with us, don't ever stop.

[@bigtrev761]

🇦🇺😎👍Great interesting video🏁

[@johnlee8780]

Thank you for your great videos. I love my Winchester lever guns, but these days I have been shooting my Marlins and Take down Brownings more because they are faster and easier to clean from a day at the range. You can’t beat the feel of the Winchesters in your hand and out in the field. Quick, light and accurate.

[@u.p.woodtick3296]

Stay safe and healthy my friend. I have three lever action 30-30’s but I’m open for another in 357, and that Henry with a case hardened receiver is calling to me. Be smart stay safe👍

[@gunsandcars3648]

I have 5 mausers , and 5 Marlins, both are excellent choices and fun to shoot.

[@markmuch1295]

I vote for the model 94 in 30/30 as the most beautiful. Pancho Villa's men carried them with success.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Good choice Mark!

[@jassonquinn3251]

Thank you for your time and energy. Stay safe and as long as you keep making these videos I’ll keep watching

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

These words inspire me. Thank you!

[@cristianespinal9917]

I mean this in a totally positive way - you are the most stereotypically polite Canadian I've ever seen. Seriously a true gentleman and you post great content. Thanks for doing what you do, and I'll keep watching.

[@bigB6flyer]

Love the opening monologue. Thank you. I used to have a beautiful ‘52 1894. I rarely shot it & when I did it wasn’t all that enjoyable. So I sold it. I regret it though as is was just gorgeous & later I discovered a buddy really wanted one.

[@smithwesson7765]

You do such a great job with your relaxing, informative videos. I grew up in the ranch country of southern Alberta where if someone said "rifle" they meant Winchester :) Love that "86 for sure.

[@jermyhartwell9494]

You have an amazing collection sir

[@RobFlesher]

One of the best firearms channels! Thank-you, cheers from northern Ontario, Canada.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Great country - I remember Marathon and - not many people know how beautiful where you live is. True peace.

[@frankwebster2876]

Cheers and stay healthy and happy.

[@pizzafrenzyman]

I hope everyone gets sick from eating too much pizza. I am mean and cruel. :)

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Well... okay.

[@linod8362]

The human race has savages among us at a time when we need compassion, understanding and contribution towards the common benefit of life.

[@jakeoutdoors9600]

I love my 94 in 32spl. My grandfather bought it with his first paycheck from the steel mill. Its got a lot of character but functionally it is flawless. I have a Marlin 444 Marlin (JM stamped, but has the faster twist rate) but i would love to have the Win 94 in 444 marlin to match it. As far as people writing extremely negative comments, it is simply a reaction to their sad lives. They probably are haunted every day by their living situations, terrible jobs, mental illness, ect. Instead of making their lives better it is easier to become a keyboard warrior and take jabs at people on the internet. Since this is anonymous it doesn't take any backbone. Its best to just block them. Any arguing with these people will just cause them to lie in an effort to make them seem selves seem more relevant than they really are. They make $300,000 a year, they are a doctor, ex-special ops, anything to make themselves seem important. When really they have never made a single difference in the world, because they are lazy.

[@scottwilson1258]

I LOVE this Channel

[@mattscott7037]

Thanks for the great channel I appreciate your thorough reviews. My Father in-law (may he rest in peace) was lever collector. I have one of his .307 94 models. They are extremely rare and they are an amazing rifle and cartridge combination. Just think of it as a close to .308 ballistics with a lever. Go to Hornady's site and read the ballistic charts on LeverEvolution ammo. The gun is great to carry in the palm of your hand and is a great woods rifle. Shoots nice to about 300 yards and it is deadly on Deer they never have a chance to complain once hit. Keep up the great work. My other favorite rifle is a Remington Pump .270..another great video you had mentioned them as being great and I would concur. Thanks for all you do..amazing gun collection and knowledge.

[@chrischiampo7647]

😀😮😊 I Love The Winchester Model 94 It’s My Go To Rifle 😊 Stay Safe USOG Times They Will Be Back To Normal Soon 😀🧻

[@gregwalker4236]

the closest i can come to the wondrous 94 is my wartime (II) model 99 savage in 300 savage. it appears to be in stainless steel, although from research this seems unlikely. it has no factory iron sights, and no stith mounts, so it has never been shot by me in about thirty years of ownership. rotary magazine and jewel like action is kind of mind boggling--a mysterious gun indeed--wish i could take it with me!

[@davidgendron1953]

WoW that Mauser 98 is so beautiful!! I mean the details in that rifle 😮 !!!! I love model 94 I have one left, a 1896-98 38-55 carbine.... but the bore is in such bad shape that I stoped shooting it, but still like to handle it!!

[@stevenrush9862]

Thank you for giving us interesting and informative videos. I hope and pray you get well.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thank you Steven and God Bless you and yours.

[@glabdo5000]

Brother, you are so collected and calm. I subscribed for this reason. Your beautiful collection too of course. Good health to you and yours during this.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thank you for your kindness; it helps me - and all the best to you as well.

[@ronaldmasterbud1551]

Yeah, I'm Notorious for Clanking Rifles. But You Need a 71, or Pre War Model 64. I have a Pre War, and Post War 64. Even though there's only 5 years between them, There's No Comparison in Fit & Finish. Unfortunately I didn't have the Funds, I was @ A Show and there was a Old guy selling a Pre War 64 in 25-35, it Was Completely Legit. But I've NEVER seen listed, or heard of a 64 carbine in 25-35 ??? It Was Well Worn, But The Price was Fair,,, I Hate it When you have to Walk away from Really Cool pieces of History, Because Your Broke....

[@TakeDeadAim]

People should remember that the venerable 30WCF damn near hunted all elk on this continent to extinction....too many people underestimate it. I ALWAYS carry my 1942 Mod 94 as a back up/brush rifle when I Deer and Elk hunt. Super quick carbine and STILL works flawlessly to this day.

[@sooner5484]

Thank you so much for your excellent reviews. Much appreciated. Please dont get sick 😃 .cheers.

[@Worsdier]

I own a Winchester 94AE Trapper in .44 Magnum and it's my favourite rifle.

[@sooner5484]

Thank you. Love every video you do for us much appreciated. I hope you pay no attention to the turds who make stupid comments. They might be 5 year olds or individuals with the mental ability of a 5 year old. Actually I may have been a bit generous there. Keep well all the best to you and your loved ones. Cheers.

[@fedup3582]

I have a 94 black shadow in 30-30, angle eject, with a standard Leupold 2-7×33 scope mounted, and it rivals the accuracy of most bolt action rifles. A wonderful hunting rifle that has served me very well. I have also had top eject 94's with scout scopes mounted on them. You can carry them just like an unscoped rifle and the scout scopes work wonderfully on them. Many people have found those rifles with scout scopes to be quite favorable.

[@Lee_Adamson_OCF]

I sure love my Winchesters, but my favorite vintage US rifle is the 1917 Enfield, by a very large margin. If it counts as an "American rifle," that is. :D That being said, I don't have a Krag. Yet.

[@Lee_Adamson_OCF]

But I guess the Krag isn't really a US rifle either, huh? =:3

[@fedup3582]

While I haven't had a 94 Winchester in 7-30 waters, I do have firearms chambered for 7-30 waters, and fortunately ammo also. They have served me well. I have also owned 94's, 64's, 92's, and variants and have been very pleased with all. The angle ejects are very nice, but I have put scout scopes on the top eject models with great success and many people are quite intrigued by the scout scope useage on the top eject models. I like the 86 models but have not yet owned one, but have owned a couple 71's. Also the 1895. Winchester levers, in my opinion, are fantastic rifles, and great for hunting. Even the 1887 lever action is good, I took a nice whitetail buck with one using slugs. Hopefully I will be able to do much more hunting with them all.

[@rogerwilliams2629]

I have become obsessed with lever actions and all of the wood and steel guns you have shown. I grew up looking at Outdoor life fantasising about owning them. I have a couple. I am disabled and broke, the closest I can come to the guns I love is through your exceptional channel, and I thank you. If you see this, 6 months late, please dont worry about the trolls, I don't understand the psychosis of a troll but it seems to very widespread. Anyone that could wish you harm or care if you bump a rifle, for that matter is a half a bubble out of plum. Please dont change a thing about your presentation, its ai nice to learn from a gentleman who loves guns as much as I do. And I'm 60, for what that's worrh.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Hi Roger - Thank you for your support. Please have a look at the Mossberg 464 - a real sleeper : steel and walnut; mine is very accurate; not expensive - simply great rifle and used ones are sometimes priced like .22s. God Bless.

[@rogerwilliams2629]

@@UnitedStatesOfGuns thanks so much I sure will! Had never heard about it! Wow, 300.00!! That might be doable!! Really appreciate it!!

[@worsel2113]

I would love that rifle in 7mm-30 Waters. The cartridge is based on the .30-30, which is necked down to 7mm, and also "blown out" to give more powder capacity than a .30-30 has. So the greater powder capacity gives you more velocity for equal weight bullets compared to a .30-30, and the 7mm bullets will have better BC, grain for grain. Federal (I think) does a run of ammo every year. You can find it for a while on Midwayusa.com. Probably Thompson Center, or custom shops for T/C single-shot guns, are the only manufacturer to make barrels for it these days.

[@thetoneknob4493]

i had a mod 94 that was probably the most accurate rifle ive ever shot inside of 200yrds as it had iron sights the nicest iron sights ide seen up to that point, a king full buck horn that i liked alot. hitting targets exactly wear you wanted to hit them with such regularity it bordered in the cusp of being boring, until we started throwing pigeons and i was still beating my buddy who was shooting a 12ga shotgun...ill be leaving a comment on evry video to help the algorithm so you dont have to read them all .lol

[@10glocks40]

I have a Miroku-made Winchester 94 Short Rifle in .30-30. I truly believe if I had to have just one rifle, it may well be this one. Miroku quality is stellar. I've never had a Miroku, whether a Winchester, Browning, or Charles Daly, that wasn't beautifully made. And I truly think my 94 would cleanly take any game animal in the lower 48 states if I could get within a reasonable range.

[@remko1238]

I love the gun-bumping you do,, it shows you use the guns 👍🏽

[@RGL01]

Just bought my first 1892, so very happy that you made this video. Thank you. A Miroku by the way.

[@markmuller3144]

I enjoyed your video, I to have a fondness for the lever action Winchester. I inherited my mothers model 94 -30 WCF that I used to hunt deer some 50 years ago. It looks very much like your old 94 but still wears the hood over the front sight and a front sling swivel on the magazine tube, the bluing is much worn off, mostly from my dads hands. The serial # is 1490137, I do not know how old this rifle is but for sure pre 64. Thanks for the informative videos, you are much appreciated.

[@lindaputnam9698]

Mark Muller Looks like from the serial # chart I find your rifle was made in 1947. I have my dad’s that he brought when he got back from WWII which Is a 1945. My favorite too.

[@markmuller3144]

@@lindaputnam9698 Thanks Linda for the reply. a 47, older than I thought.

[@IronSightSal]

great guy . great video . I love my 94 maybe that's the only lever I have )) thank you.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thank you Sal - that's all one needs really - a 94.

[@bobbysusenbach9687]

I get my first my first model 94, a Miroku 30-30 short, today and out of the many guns I have acquired I think I am the most excited on this day. It may be a tie with the M1 Garand. Thank you for sharing your videos. I enjoy watching and often learn from your productions.

[@fredrichl]

Haven't tried Winchester, they look like fine arms. And you're right, lever action mostly didn't become a thing in europe, mostly. Although, 45-70 marlins seem to be a little more popular with hog hunters. I use one. It's an good and effective weapon. Pure punishment to shoot in a bench though, but not so problematic standing up.

[@OldManMontgomery]

Enjoyed this video as well. Honestly I don't care much for lever guns, being a bolt guy. A good friend told me sadly he thought it might be a genetic flaw in my mind set. Seriously, I know I am somewhat in the minority. I admit that most hunters in the contiguous 48 states would likely be better off with a 1894 rifle in .30-30 than most of the super duper magnums. Again, good work. That is to say, well thought out and written and well photographed.

[@stevecochran2677]

I noticed you bumped a rifle a time or two and it made me feel good because it dosen't matter how hard I try not to I occasionally do it myself and now I know I'm not the only one. Thanks again, I always enjoy your videos.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thanks Steve. I'm human. I make mistakes. I'm glad there are other humans. : )

[@russellmiller212]

First, you are one of the finest people I hope to someday have the privilege of meeting personally. Indeed, we could have an intriguing discussion regarding current circumstances, and how so many have been plagued by paranoia and uncertainty. I believe that was the strategy from the beginning; to destabilize the global economy by inducing panic. From a strategic perspective, such a maneuver would be brilliant and effective. Militaries rely on funds for equipment, contract support, and their personal. Consider the extreme multipliers patrolling out at sea and in the air, with the amazing technologies incorporated into each. Without sufficient funding we become less capable. After the initial spread was contained at the borne locations (several of which I may have traveled to some time ago) adequate travel restrictions weren't imposed resulting in the inevitable rapid spread. There was an unanticipated benefit however, an exponentially reduced mortality rate which enabled increased immunosuppression of COVID symptoms. What is it actually..at least 5 zeros preceding the 1%, and is that even considered 'a mortality rating' or general low risk exposure? Meanwhile, the 2 primary medical sources haven't been using real data to support theories and projections or wearing their masks until they get caught, perhaps because they know these 'masks' (those most commonly advertised) are ineffective both ways. Well, at least those 2 don't frequent hair salons. Spreadsheets are often quite appealing in terms of appearance, and to some whether the 'data' is manufactured or not.

[@stuartleis9079]

I like the guys comment below about after being released from lockdown, he's gonna go buy a '92. I think that's a fine idea. We should all go out and buy another gun. It's just good therapy. Plus just go buy another gun. Show 'me what you think about their lockdown.

[@BenSHammonds]

94 is a good working rifle, tho for a few years around 1969 the quality was not there, but they fixed that, I have always preferred the Marlin 336 for a hunters weapon, but the Winchester has always been a good working rifle and saddle rifle

[@jaredbrown986]

You are hand's down on my top 3 Canadians to watch. You are like a human encyclopedia for long guns. Very impressive and well spoken gentleman, making very useful content. You don't seem like a gun snob. Even though you have a legendary collection of some of the best rifles in the world. I like the old school genuine feel of your collection

[@jasonkoestner4630]

Mine are my dad’s Mauser Argentine in 30-06 blond walnut stock with 20 coats of true oil Santabara 3 Star barrel 24 inch barrel last a pedersoli 1886 in color case hardened forged action grade. A American walnut straight grain all hand inletting and buffing and final staining and oil all done bye hand I have a miruki 1886 and it is not even in the same league I suggest you watch a video on cap&ball I think you would be impressed I know I had to wait 6 years to get it but what a lever action

[@kennethbailey2616]

You’re my favorite gun guy on KZbin! All the best and God bless you and yours always.

[@plumbandsquare1]

Thanks for another great video. Reassuring as I recently purchased a new model 94 in 38-55.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

That was one of the first (one of 2 - the 38-55), and still the best. I run out of words when it comes to the 94. I'm thinking the 94 is freedom - from way back.

[@cleanyourroom9668]

I like the 1892 just for the handgun/small arms calibers

[@DMX-PAT]

Mike if there's one person out there you ever says one thing to you that's mean or rude then you then they are the one's who deserve to go away and never come back not you. You take the things people say so well, I wish I had that level of calm and just never got upset. it's truly an very impressive demeanour to have, very inspiring stuff. On another note, I finally got a gun you don't have, it's a Norinco and it's a bolt gun. I'll try to do a short video of it to show you, must have been made early late 80's early 90's before Clinton banned chines guns from the US. Good work and keep it up!!

[@russellkeeling9712]

A friend of mine inherited his brothers firearms. His brother was a gun trader at gun shows. He mainly had Wincherster model 94's. I am helping my friend sell these rifles because he is almost blind and cannot use them. I got in contact with an on line auction company and off we went. I am surprised how quickly and for how much these rifles sold. It just goes to show how well they are liked. Now if we could just get more companies manufacturing components for ammunition.

[@vincef5832]

You got to love lever actions. Especially a Winny 94. Ironic since they are not the most accurate style of firearm. Maybe we all watched a lot of westerns-lol. I rarely make a trip to the gun range that one of my lever actions don’t come along. At first the youngins look at me like I’m a dinosaur , yet many end up walking over and start asking about then. So initially lever guns seem outdated to the young black gun culture, yet they apparently still have an appeal that draws their attention. While your barrels are cooling down, lever actions make a good time filler and offhand shooting practice out to 200 yards. I love all my lever rifles and still hunt the brush with them.

[@fedup3582]

I know what you mean about the crescent buttplates. They may be historical but I would rather have a shotgun style buttstock with a pacmayer or limbsaver black pad on that 1886. Not only would the rifle be much nicer to shoot, but I think it would even look better.

[@carba8606]

My 94 30-30 was my best rifle for pigs,,,, here in Australia

[@wilmamcdermott3065]

Hi iam look for what model sharps i have SH31257 from pedersoli do u know what model and price should be

[@randyschaff8939]

Looks like l pinned the very first”like” Mine is the Ruger M77 original model of course. This corona virus is not the worst thing Canadians have been through. Adversity brings out the best in us. I am a bolt action guy and l like shooting the big bores and hunting with the medium bores. Good practise on the range. Accuracy out to 300 and quick humane kills.🇨🇦🤠

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Hi Randy and Donald - I received a phone call today from someone that had the bug and is now okay. I was so touched by that - I didn't know it would affect me so.

[@randyschaff8939]

USOG My area there is only two confirmed positives today. We live in interesting times. I am healthy as a horse doing physical work outside every day my whole life. I probably ate my ton of dirt by the time l was six ha ha be careful this thing is going to take awhile🇨🇦🤠

[@randyschaff8939]

USOG Hey bud thanks for the reply. Whatever that negative comment that got thrown at you l totally missed it and don’t let it bother you. We used to get “shit chits” every day in the CF We got so we looked forward to it and passed them around! One of our Mcpl. was such an atrociously bad speller we thought up a nickname for him which l won’t repeat because it will give him away which goes against the loyalty thing that soldiers have Anyhow we subjected to this on purpose. It was all part of the de-sensitizing and hardening process to teach us to always look for the humourous and positive side to everything. I am probably the most de sensitized person around my wife will tellyou. It is impossible to insult me 😂🇨🇦🤠

[@randyschaff8939]

donald Robertson It seems like bad things come in bunches First the Liberals screw up the economy now the Pandemic what next?🇨🇦🤠

[@shadewoodhull2489]

Anyone making comments wishing someone ill over a perceived slight is someone to be pitied. Don't give mean comments any concern, they come from an unhappy and miserable mindset. Keep up the good work, your videos are a welcome distraction in hard times.

[@jackwilliamson1929]

Those guns are nice but I'd have to go with the m14 it does it all but I guess maybe that it isn't in the spirit of which the question was asked. Although all those guns were military guns also.

[@BroosDager]

Love your videos and collection! Thanks USOG!!

[@user-mt4vo4ey5n]

For those viewing this, USOG has a vid on the Winchester model 64. Google it.

[@waynepennington2769]

If i were rich like you i would own those guns too. Come on now you have to be pretty wealthy to own the guns you have. An theres nothing wrong with that. It just bugs me when wealthy people act like their poor. But it shows for itsself.

[@byronlovesey1290]

lever action are just starting to realy take off in Uk i have one in 357 magnum its a marlin though but a realy nice gun though . stay safe and well

[@DMX-PAT]

Mike please smack the guns together more, just to piss off the nay sayers please. I think it's better that way, they need to understand they're designed to take a beating.

[@jimf1964]

Oh no! Hardened steel and hard wood tools, made to take extreme forces, and hard use, got lightly bumped on a table! 🙂

[@grandelfe]

Canada's favorite rifle is the SKS, and we get them cheaper than in the USA, that have an import ban.

[@Scuba11000]

I have one made in 1954 and because my eyes are not the best anymore I put peep sigths on it with an optic fiber front sight. Like this it turned into my got to gun and I have it in my hands when the dog tells me at night that we have something around the hose that should not be there. And it is the handiest deer rifle for wooded places like mine that was ever devised. No sling needed as it is just there in your hand and ever so easy to cary. Good video as always.

[@edwardweiszbeck1649]

Poor people who wish you poor health. It's just mental and emotional train wrecks sitting at home inside never getting out with so much anguish built up. Where were their parents to guide them.

[@ap0lmc]

True Grit is what comes to mine and that phrase "That's how the West was won"

[@waynepennington2769]

I would say you have the most complete gun collection in the world you are the man.