Classic carbine configuration of the Model 1873 with barrel band, strap buttplate, saddle ring and straight grip walnut stock. Drilled/tapped for optional receiver mounted peep sight.
A Classic Carbine. The MODEL 1873 is widely credited as being “The Gun that Won the West®.” Chambered in the popular handgun calibers of the day, it’s been produced in carbine, rifle and musket models. Cowboy Action Shooters love the reliable Model 1873 because it fires the same ammo as their revolver.
Now you can own the real thing. This is a genuine Winchester Repeating Arms® Model '73 with an oil-finished walnut stock, classic blued steel carbine strap buttplate and a 20" round barrel with a full-length magazine, just like the original. Semi-buckhorn rear sights with Marble Arms® Gold Bead front sight gets you on target quickly. Steel loading gate for smoother loading. Receiver rear tang is drilled and tapped for optional tang-mounted rear sight for a more precise sight picture (sight not included). If you’re the type of collector or hunter who won’t settle for second best or a copy of a copy, fill your hands with this magnificent rifle, saddle up and blaze your trail into the sunset.
Features and Benefits
WALNUT STRAIGHT GRIP STOCK with a satin oil finish that’s velvet smooth to the touch
CLASSIC CARBINE-STYLE FOREARM with a blued barrel band for the timeless look and feel of the original Model 1873 carbines
BLUED STEEL CARBINE STRAP BUTTPLATE slips into your shoulder for a solid hold
BLUED STEEL CARBINE SADDLE RING lets you secure your carbine to your saddle rigging
LADDER STYLE REAR SIGHT AND BLADE FRONT SIGHT get you on target quickly
STEEL LOADING GATE for smoother loading
RECEIVER TOP TANG is drilled and tapped for an optional tang-mounted rear sight for a more precise sight picture
Specifications:
Item Number: 534255141
Caliber: 45 Colt
Barrel Length: 20"
Overall Length: 39"
Length of Pull: 13"
Drop at Comb: 1 3/4"
Drop at Heel: 3"
Weight: 7 lbs 4 oz
Magazine Capacity: 10
Twist Rate: 26"
Barrel Finish: Brushed Polish
Stock Finish: Oil
Wood Grade: Grade I
Receiver Finish: Brushed Polish
Chamber Finish: Polished
Barrel Material: Steel
Barrel Contour: Sporter
Stock Material: Black Walnut
Recoil Pad: Carbine Metal Strap
Pistol Grip Cap: None
Checkering: None
Sling Swivel Studs: None
Receiver Material: Steel
Trigger Finish: Brushed Polish
Bolt Slide Finish: Brushed Polish
Magazine Type: Full-Length Tube
Trigger Material: Steel
Trigger Guard Material: Steel
Trigger Guard Engraving: None
Drilled and Tapped for Scope: No
Caliber Dictionary
The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
The 45 Colt (45 Long Colt) was introduced in 1873 in Colt's Single Action Army. Adopted by the U.S. military in 1875, it served until 1892 when it was replaced by the less powerful (and unsatisfactory) 38 Long Colt. Originally loaded with 40 grains of blackpowder and a 255-grain bullet the 45 Colt produced about 900 feet per second for more than 400 foot-pounds of energy, a powerful handgun cartridge for its day--and any day. Using a .454-inch bullet, today's standard load retains the 255-grain bullet at 860 fps. Lighter bullets at somewhat higher velocities are available. 45 Colt was the most common chambering in Colt's single action. Today it is chambered in virtually all centerfire single-action revolvers and has been chambered in numerous large-frame double-action revolvers. 45 Colt is the most popular revolver cartridge in cowboy action shooting, and remains a powerful and effective personal defense cartridge, its only drawback being the necessity for a large revolver to house it. — Craig Boddington
