I just bought a NIB Winchester 1892 Deluxe Take-Down in 44-40, 20" barrel with a nicely checked pistol grip stock. Yes, it was made in Japan and very expensive. It has a three digit serial number. I am under the impression only 500 were made in this caliber.
I rarely shoot and I am not much of a collector. This rifle just really appealed to me. I could not resist. I am not really happy with the Japenese references marked on the gun and also the introduction of a tang safety, But then again, I am not all that upset with them. The gun's quality is exceptional. I am very pleased. I think it looks as good as any pre 64 Winchester I have seen. Rock solid and smoooooooooth action. I does make me wonder if Japan may be the last manufacturing location to avoid excessive costs and regulations. China? OMG
I also bought three boxes of Winchester brand 44 40 WCF lead bullet
"Cowboy Ammo".
If I ever should start shooting this rifle, will I experience barrel leading with this "Cowboy Ammo"? If so, would a jacketed bullet fired every so often clean the barrel out ???
Thanks so much,
RodneyE
I rarely shoot and I am not much of a collector. This rifle just really appealed to me. I could not resist. I am not really happy with the Japenese references marked on the gun and also the introduction of a tang safety, But then again, I am not all that upset with them. The gun's quality is exceptional. I am very pleased. I think it looks as good as any pre 64 Winchester I have seen. Rock solid and smoooooooooth action. I does make me wonder if Japan may be the last manufacturing location to avoid excessive costs and regulations. China? OMG
I also bought three boxes of Winchester brand 44 40 WCF lead bullet
"Cowboy Ammo".
If I ever should start shooting this rifle, will I experience barrel leading with this "Cowboy Ammo"? If so, would a jacketed bullet fired every so often clean the barrel out ???
Thanks so much,
RodneyE