RE: Handgun Scope on a Win Model 94 Lever Action
I have tried these "Scout" arrangements, and gave them up. I consdider a scope halfway down the barrel to be very cumbersome, clumsy, and easy to damage, particularly on the M94's! There is really no "good" way to scope a top-eject Winchester lever action rifle. I gave up on this and went back to just using good receiver sights! If you insist on a scope on a lever action, use a Marlin so you can put the scope where it should be!!
Keep yore powder dry!!