Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Round Barrel - Manufactured in 1883 Category_MG 34 Ammo Storage It "improved" off the British

It "improved" off the British 1871 version in that the action was removable as one unit and not only as parts

The front sight is also a special design called the Winchester Express Front Sight

based on an original sample

Included in the set as photographed are the barrel with barrel jacket assembly and carrying handle

ISBN-13: 978-0935554069

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Round Barrel - Manufactured in 1883 Category_MG 34 Ammo Storage It "improved" off the BritishOriginal Item: The Gun that Won the West! This fine rifle is in . 44 40 caliber (. 44 WCF) with a 24 round barrel and full length magazine tube. Features the classic front sight and buckhorn rear sight. The serial number is 125720A denoting the year of manufacture as 1883. Dark walnut stock is solid condition with a few minor dings and scratches, the wood is very attractive stable and strong. Barrel and action retain much original brown blue finish.