It is always good to hear from others that appreciate old guns. Your gun sounds like it has a rich history. Please continue the tradition. I collect stories as well as material objects. The only animal I ever took with my 25-35 was an antelope at 210 yards. Probably further than the caliber was intended for. An interesting story about a Winchester 94 in 25-35 caliber is about a sheep rancher who faced down a huge grizzly, at night, using his 25-35 and fmj ammo. I can not recall off the top of my head the entire story but if you google, "25-35 grizzly bear Utah" the story will appear. A good read.