WINCHESTER 1873 (MODEL 73)

Overview

SERIAL PLACES IT AT 1882: ~80,000 (Start of 'A' suffix). OPERATES WELL, MISSING FIRING PIN, REAR SIGHT AND FOREND SCREW. GOLD CALVERY PLATE, AND INLAYSWhen someone says "1873 Winchester," they're referring to the iconic Winchester Model 1873 rifle, one of the most famous rifles ever made. What it isType: Lever-action repeating rifleManufacturer: Winchester Repeating Arms Company.38-40 Why it mattersThe Model 1873 is often called: "The Gun That Won the West"That nickname comes from its widespread use during westward expansion and its association with frontier life. Key featuresTubular magazine (usually holds 10+ rounds depending on barrel length)Iron sights (some later ones had optional upgrades)Smooth lever actionTypically came in:Rifle (24" barrel)Carbine (20" barrel)Musket (rare military-style)