Winchester 1887/1901 action question

[Wonder man]

Quick question for those who run or know the old Winchester 1887 and 1901 lever shotguns, did they cock on closing, or was it a different setup? I've read mixed things and can't find a straight answer. If you've shot or handled one, how did the action actually feel in practice?

 

[tophie_]

Shooting these things is fun, and they definitely catch some eyes at the range. Just a heads up, if you're used to pump-action or break-action shotguns, you might find there's a little bit of a learning curve. But once you get the hang of it, it's totally worth it

 

[vickoy_]

The 1901 took the good stuff from the 1887 and made it even better with a tougher action design. But the way you handle it is totally the same. It’s just one of those things that’s tough to put into words until you’ve given it a try.