![]() Though the change to the receiver frame may appear to be subtle to the casual eye, it did cause a corresponding change to the shape and inletting of the butt stock at the upper tang to receiver frame juncture.Note that the transition point from the tang to the receiver is much sharper (nearly a 90-degree turn), whereas the Type 2 frame (seen in the pictures of the hammer types) has an approximate 45-degree turn at the transition to the receiver. The contour (shape) of the upper tang to receiver frame juncture was altered, resulting in what I refer to as the Type 3 receiver frame-serial range 1472000–1473800 (January 1948).The old style checkered (knurled) hammer was replaced with a serrated hammer: s/n range 1411700–1412400 (February 1947).Production Changesĭuring the 30-month production run of the Flat Band Carbine, several notable production changes took place: Winchester had not yet begun drilling and tapping the left side of the receivers for mounting a peep sight as a standard feature, but that option could have been special ordered (for a Lyman No. The upper tang was unmarked, and it was not drilled and tapped for a tang sight. The second model (type 2) receiver frame was standard, with a checkered (knurled) hammer, a slotted magazine tube cap, and a flat checkered steel butt plate. When the Flat Band Carbine production began in July of 1946, it was available in all three of the standard calibers. Based on the detailed examination of several dozen Flat Band Carbines, thus far all of the verified barrel dates have been “46”, “47”, or “48.” Calibers and Features Production of the Flat Band ended in mid-December of the year 1948 (approximately serial number 1547300), after nearly 139,000 of them had been manufactured, and again, a small number of parts clean-up specimens have been found as late as February 1949. Based on the observed serial number range of the specimens surveyed thus far, the first Flat Band Carbines were manufactured in mid-July of the year 1946, beginning very near serial number 1373600 (there have been a very small number of specimens found with earlier serial numbers, but they were undoubtedly a case of Winchester using up older receivers). Production of the Flat Band Carbine began approximately nine-months after Winchester had resumed production of the Model 94 following WWII. Winchester Model 94 Flat Band Carbine Production Notes Serial Numbers (Related: Winchester Model 1894 restoration examples) When discussing the “Flat Band” Carbine, it is in direct reference to the front barrel band, which was formerly manufactured with a rounded milled contour, both examples shown below. ![]() However, and as you will soon discover in the presented facts to follow, the Flat Band Carbine variation was just another example of Winchester’s frequent attempts to reduce the production time and cost… after WWII had ended and sporting firearms production had been resumed. It has often been written and discussed that the Flat Band Carbine came to be as the result of Winchester’s efforts to support WWII firearms production, and that they were manufactured in the years 1943–1948. Setting the Record Straight on Winchester Model 94 Flat Band Carbine Production One of the more noticeable variations manufactured was one that we collectors refer to as the “Flat Band” Carbine. The Model 94 Carbine evolved frequently during its 123-year lifespan, and as a result of its continual evolution, many uniquely different variations were produced. The Model 94 Flat Band Carbines by Bert Hartman #6571L We encourage your thoughts in the comments section below. Without further ado, here’s our first WACA guest post. We will share articles aimed at informing Winchester owners and enhancing their collecting experience, along with personal stories and memories related to Winchester firearms that we hope will resonate with you as much as they do with us. Our goal with this guest blog series is to share WACA members’ outstanding knowledge and passion for Winchester firearms. As WACA members ourselves, we’re proud to play our part in this mission. The members are devoted to the preservation, understanding and collecting of Winchester firearms and related products as well as the role these products had in forging America’s heritage. WACA is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt corporation with a worldwide membership of over 3,000. We’re excited to publish the first in a series of guest blog posts graciously provided by our friends at the Winchester Arms Collectors Association (WACA).
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