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The #1 gun to make again

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What do some of you think should be the number 1 gun to manufacture again?

My vote goes for the Winchester model 94 SRC. Exact replica. Exact!

Can we make our voices heard and thus make it happen?

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I agree with you Don.
But personally, I would love to see the Ithaca side-by-side sidelock 12 gauge again.

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Pre war Winchester model 12 in the sweet 16 ga. “Exact replica. Exact!” :)
This I think is my 2010 quest for acquisition. :mrgreen:
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Savage mod 99 with rotary mag.
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Savage mod 99 with rotary mag.
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casastahle wrote:Pre war Winchester model 12 in the sweet 16 ga. “Exact replica. Exact!” :)
This I think is my 2010 quest for acquisition. :mrgreen:
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There isn't a bad gun mentioned here. But I have to go with the 1894 SRC exactly as Winchester built it in 1894.

That is if I had to choose only one.

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Sav 99 w/ rotary mag and tang safety in original (don't forget .358 Win) and NEW calibers like 7mm-08, 260 Rem, 325 WSM, etc.
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Winchester 92s, 61, 62 & 63.
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bogus bill wrote:Winchester 92s, 61, 62 & 63.

A grooved top 61, but only if it was going to sell for less than the originals.
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99 sav in 250 or 300 with rotor mag. danny
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While I don't think it could be the #1 gun in terms of market demand/marketability, I would dearly love a new Colt Lightning .22 cal pump-action rifle.

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The Sedgley Springfield sporter.

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Remington model 25.

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I'm going with the model 88, in both rifle and carbine versions. I'd like to see it in original calibers .284 and .358. Maybe even a factory high grade version with Mannlicher stock and 19" barrel. Just the thought.. 8)
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I don't know, I am afraid it would be a lost cause, because the manufactures never seem to quite get it right. They always have to screw up the design with some dammed added safety device, or cut corners by introducing some darned plastic or aluminum part where it was originally brass or steel, etc.

But I wouldn't mind seeing a 95 Winchester carbine in 30-06, true to the original.

Or maybe another run of Parker side by sides.

And I would love to have a really nice 1898 Krag Jorgensan carbine.
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9422M - now that is two for me. A 4" S&W Model 18.
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iceman wrote:Savage mod 99 with rotary mag.
...in .308

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getitdone1 wrote:What do some of you think should be the number 1 gun to manufacture again?

My vote goes for the Winchester model 94 SRC. Exact replica. Exact!

Can we make our voices heard and thus make it happen?

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yeah, but at least 1 chambered in the .356wcf. and all ammo manufactures' to go out of their way to MASS PRODUCE THE .356 CARTRIDGE IN 180, 220 AND 250 GRAINS! :twisted:
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I think that it would be nice to make the pre-'64 '94's again. For me that's the easiest choice. :D

I also would like them to make the OM, three screw Blackhawks again.
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Don,

I'm in full agreement with ya. They could produce them in std., hi, and custom grades and I'd say it would be well received. The unfortunate few, who don't have one of the 7 million previous versions would leap at the chance to have an "original." And, some of those of us that do have one, would also, even if it was made in Japan. It will undoubtedly never see regular production again.

However, if you want to be heard on the subject; may I suggest spending a few minutes and announce your "druthers" to them directly: "Firearm Information: If your question hasn't been answered in the Frequently Asked Questions and it is a question about manuals, catalogs, & products please call our Consumer Department directly at: 800.333.3288 or 801.876.2711."
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Ya know, I've just now thought maybe Uberti will make a fine replica of the Winchester model 94 SRC. Not hold'in my breath but maybe they are they ones to bug about it.

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O.K. I just put in my request with Uberti at their site. Hope some of you will do the same. They just might be the best bet of all manufacturers for a replica of the Winchester model 94 SRC. Too, expect they'd be more likely to make it without the modern safety devices than Winchester.

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The exact copy of the long tang M-71 ,bolt peep and all with a new cartridge based on the 348 case and T&D. The new cartridge would be in 338 cal.with a 35 deg sholder and min body taper.Brush or plain's,bring it on!!! My dream....................
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Would love to see USFA make the New Frontier.
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I like the idea of a detachable-box-magazine levergun, so, either

a) a Savage 99 in .460 S&W or 500 S&W or even .444 Marlin, OR
b) a Ruger 96 in .357 Mag, .357 Maximum, .32-20, .44-40, or even .45 ACP.

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c) if it could be designed to handle the pressures, a Ruger 96 in the .454 Casull.
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Re: The #1 gun to make again.....a 356win.

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Mossberg 94 would be so easy to do.....Maybe Marlin would follow. Even a run of 1000 each year until the demand slacked off from those of us in the know (cult) :lol: :lol: :lol: afish4570
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A REAL Model '86 Lightweight 45-70, that's All Folks.
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The Winchester M1185 & made by Winchester in the USofA and in some of the more traditional calibres and rifle configurations....
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Marlin 1881sporter followed by the winchester 1890
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+1 to the Pre War 94 SRC, specifically appx pre mid-1920's (I.e., carbine butt, ladder sight on most)--with options for those wanting shotgun butts and semi-buckhorn sights--just as you could special order in the old days.

2) 92 SRC, adding .357, .44 Mag and .45 LC. Only #2 on my list since Chiappa is already making a darn fine 92 (and now 86) and existence of non-safety Brownings out there makes this slightly "less urgent" than the Pre War 94.

3) Win .88--in .308 of course and other original cal's and adding 7mm-08.

To those wanting Uberti to build an "original" '94--if Win/Browning won't--they'd be good, but Chiappa (see 92/86 above) might be just as likely.


LATER EDIT: to me, though an Italian 94'd be ok, that one ideally would stay as close corporately to the U.S. "Winchester" as possible--at least Browning/Miroku--as they have the closest association and obviously correct tooling as evidenced by the limited editions they're making (well, they've got at least basic jigs and tooling; get rid of the AE/safety/rebounding hammer features)...And, because so many "regular Pre 64s" (basically war and post war 1941-1963) still exist and will for a good long while, the only real point to the exercise would be the Pre War 1894's: SRCs, Trappers ("baby carbines") short rifles and rifles in their precise, original configurations.
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Ruger #3 carbine. A multitude of calibers, but specifically .22 Hornet, .44 magnum, .30-40 Krag and 45-70

as far as handguns, well, I'd love to see the Colt DA New Service, Official Police and POlice Positive framed guns back in production.
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Marlin model 93 octagon barrel takedown in 30-30.
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Remington No.5 rolling block in .30-40
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savage mod. 99, 300 savage and/or 250 savage.brass rotary mag with window, pistol grip, schnable (sp. ? ) forend.
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Since short guns seem to be under-represented, let me ask for a new copy of the Merwin-Hulbert Pocket Army, chambered in .44 S&W Special.

And how about the entire line of Smith 7 Wesson revolvers without that blank-dashed key lock and with the firing pins where the good Lord and Horace Wesson intended them to be. On the HAMMER!!

I'd also love to see S&W bring back the grip safety on their Centennial Series revolvers. It really isn't needed but it's a far sight better than a blank-dashed key lock!!

i'd also love to see Savage re-introduce the Fox line of double-barreled shotguns. Make them with good quality and modest prices, just like in the old days.

Speaking of the 'The Old Days," I'd sure love to see a total repeal of GCA "68, and the NFA 1934 as unconstitutional, but I ain't gonna hold my breath.

While I'm making impossible wishes, I might as well wish for a good quality side-by-side double rifle, with sidelocks chambered in the classic British Dangerous Game cartridges and priced under $2,000.00
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On second thought, I'd like to see new First or Second Model S&W tip-up .22 SA revolvers - but made in modern steel, even stainless - AND sold in those neat-o gutta percha fitted/lined boxes/cases !

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I'll second the Ruger No.3 in 44 mag. How about the ability to switch barrels this time. Kevin
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My thoughts(all US made)

Mod. 92 in 44 Mag. with Octagon barrel
Model 94 Win...made here, no lawyer stuff would be nice.
Double barrel Shotgun like the Rem. 1900, with same slim stock dimensions.
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KWK: how 'bout a #5 with a side lever or a Hepburn (AKA Heartburn) in .30-40?....
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The SRC would be hard to beat.
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I would love levers with 24" to 26" barrels readily available, in blued and walnut. Anyone with a hacksaw can make a barrel shorter, but it's sure tough to stretch them.

I would love the Winchester 71 configuration with more calibers available, like the .33 Winchester.
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another cool little gun is the colt new frontier in .22lr. i have a beautifull 5 1/2" barreled, casehardened that shoots like a dream. it needs to be affordable,though 8)
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"another cool little gun is the colt new frontier in .22lr.... it needs to be affordable."
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Pete44ru wrote:On second thought, I'd like to see new First or Second Model S&W tip-up .22 SA revolvers - but made in modern steel, even stainless - AND sold in those neat-o gutta percha fitted/lined boxes/cases !

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Re: The #1 gun to make again

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colt loses a lot of money buy overpricing their guns. granted, their good, but with all the the clones, priced at 1/3 the cost, with decent quality, colts
cutting their own throat. but, what do i know?
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