Top 5 Lever Action Rifles

Published on March 3, 2018
Duration: 3:28

This video highlights five iconic lever action rifles that significantly impacted American history and firearms development. It details the Winchester Model 1894 as the best-selling sporting rifle, the innovative Savage Model 99 with its hammerless design, and the enduring Marlin 336. The historical significance of the Henry 1860 Repeating Rifle and the legendary Winchester Model 1873, known as 'the gun that won the West,' are also explored.

Quick Summary

The Winchester Model 1894, designed by John Browning, is the best-selling sporting rifle of all time, with over 7.5 million units sold. It was also the first to use nickel steel for heavier rounds like the .30-30.

Chapters

  1. 00:16Introduction: The Gun That Won The West
  2. 00:36Winchester Model 1894: Best-Selling Sporting Rifle
  3. 01:05Savage Model 99: Innovative Hammerless Design
  4. 01:26Marlin 336: Evolution and Popularity
  5. 01:53Henry 1860 Repeating Rifle: Civil War Influence
  6. 02:19Winchester Model 1873: The Gun That Won The West

Frequently Asked Questions

What is considered the best-selling sporting rifle of all time?

The Winchester Model 1894, designed by John Browning, holds the title of the best-selling sporting rifle ever made. Over 7.5 million units have been sold, solidifying its place in firearms history.

Which lever action rifle was known as 'the gun that won the West'?

The Winchester Model 1873 is famously known as 'the gun that won the West.' It was popular for its durability, transitioning to iron frames, and its chambering in common pistol calibers.

What made the Savage Model 99 unique among lever action rifles?

The Savage Model 99 stood out with its innovative hammerless design and a rotating magazine that allowed for the safe use of pointed bullets, a significant advancement at the time.

What calibers are commonly associated with the Marlin 336 lever action rifle?

The Marlin 336 is chambered in popular calibers such as .30-30, .308, and .338 Marlin Express. It also features a side ejection port, making it suitable for mounting telescopic sights.

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