Bought a new 1894 in 44mag 3, maybe 4 years ago. Had been wanting one but heard all the horror stories so stayed away. Spotted one at a LGS and asked to look at it. Nice wood with not to bad fit. The bluing was very nice, deep black and even all over. A couple hundred rounds smoothed out the action nicely. A (can't remember the company) trigger and spring with a Skinner peep rear sight turned into a great shooter. Fun rifle!