Winchester
Winchester has been a cornerstone of American firearms since 1866, and the lever-action rifles that earned the nickname “The Gun That Won the West” were just the beginning. Today’s Winchester lineup spans the Model 70 bolt-action—still called “The Rifleman’s Rifle” after 85 years—the SXP pump shotgun, the XPR hunting rifle, and the Model 1873 lever-action that started it all. Impact Guns carries the full Winchester firearms catalog for hunters, collectors, and shooters who want a piece of American history that still performs at the highest level.
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Winchester Model 70—The Rifleman’s Rifle
The Model 70 has been in production since 1936 and remains one of the most respected bolt-action rifles ever made. The controlled-round feeding system—the Mauser-style claw extractor that grips the cartridge from the moment it leaves the magazine—is considered by many hunters to be the gold standard for reliability in the field. The Model 70 Featherweight is the classic lightweight hunting configuration; the Extreme Weather SS adds a stainless barrel and synthetic stock for demanding conditions; the Super Grade features a walnut stock and jeweled bolt for those who want premium aesthetics alongside precision. Available in calibers from .243 Winchester to .375 H&H Magnum.
Winchester XPR—Modern Value Bolt Gun
The XPR is Winchester’s modern hunting bolt-action at an accessible price point, competing directly with the Savage Axis and Ruger American. It features a push-feed action, detachable rotary magazine, MOA-guaranteed accuracy, and a crisp M.O.A. trigger adjustable from 3 to 5 pounds. The XPR Composite Extreme combines a synthetic stock with a Cerakote finish for serious weather resistance. Available in popular hunting calibers from .243 Winchester through .300 WSM. For hunters who want the Winchester name and reliable field performance without the Model 70’s price, the XPR delivers.
Winchester SXP—The Super X Pump
The SXP pump shotgun is Winchester’s primary pump-action, built on the Speed Pump action that allows firing as fast as the shooter can cycle the action—the inertia-assisted pump cycles with less force than a standard pump. Available in 12 and 20 gauge with Defender (home defense), Field, and Waterfowl configurations, the SXP offers genuine versatility. The SXP Defender with an 18-inch barrel is a competitive home-defense option. The SXP Hybrid Hunter with camo finish serves waterfowlers. Winchester’s shotgun lineup also includes the SX4 semi-automatic, their gas-operated answer to Benelli and Beretta.
Winchester Lever-Action—The 1873 and 1894
The Winchester Model 1873 and Model 1894 lever-actions are Winchester’s historic centerpieces, both in current production. The 1873 chambers pistol calibers—.357 Magnum/.38 Special and .44 Magnum/.44 Special—sharing ammunition with revolvers, as the original did in the frontier era. The 1894 is chambered in .30-30 Winchester, the cartridge it was designed around and one of the most effective deer rounds ever conceived. Both feature walnut stocks, blued steel, and the classic lever-action look that defined American frontier firearms. For cowboy action shooters, collectors, and hunters who want tradition alongside function, these are the benchmarks.
Winchester for Hunters
Winchester’s lineup covers every hunting application. The Model 70 and XPR handle big game from whitetail to elk. The SXP and SX4 serve bird hunters and home defenders. The 1894 in .30-30 is still one of the most practical deer rifles in the country for close-cover hunting in the eastern hardwoods. Winchester also produces the Model 101 over/under shotgun for clay target and upland hunters who want a premium O/U at a price below Browning and Beretta’s top tier. The Winchester name carries genuine collector value across the entire lineup.
Frequently Asked Questions: Winchester Firearms
What is Winchester known for?
Winchester Repeating Arms is one of the most historically significant American firearms companies, producing the lever-action rifles that defined the American frontier era. The Winchester Model 1873 ("The Gun That Won the West") and Model 1894 are among the most iconic firearms in American history. Today Winchester produces the Model 70 bolt-action ("The Rifleman’s Rifle"), the Model 94 lever-action, the SXP pump-action shotgun, and the SX4 semi-automatic shotgun.
Where are Winchester firearms made today?
Winchester Repeating Arms is owned by Olin Corporation. Most Winchester long guns are currently manufactured in Japan by Miroku (rifles) under license, while shotguns are produced in multiple locations. Winchester ammunition is manufactured separately by Olin’s Winchester Ammunition division in multiple US facilities.
What is the Winchester Model 70 known for?
The Winchester Model 70 earned the title "The Rifleman’s Rifle" for its controlled-round-feed Mauser-derived action, crisp trigger, and exceptional accuracy. The pre-1964 Model 70 is among the most collected American bolt-action rifles. The Model 70’s controlled-round-feed action is widely considered the most reliable bolt-action design for field hunting use.
Is the Winchester Model 94 still made?
Yes. The Model 94 (also known as the Model 1894) is still in production, currently manufactured by Miroku in Japan under Winchester license. Available in .30-30 Winchester, .38-55, .357 Magnum, and other calibers, it remains the iconic American lever-action deer rifle over 130 years after its introduction.
See Also: Winchester Model 70 • Winchester Model 94 • Winchester SX4 • Lever-Action Rifles • Bolt-Action Rifles