Guns International #: 102739576
Seller's Inventory #: 233008
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Guns International #: 102739576
Category - Winchester Rifles - Model 1873
- Winchester Rifles
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16
State:
Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
Int'l Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
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1893 LETTERED Antique WINCHESTER M1873 .38-40 WCF Lever Action REPEATING RIFLE
“GUN THAT WON THE WEST”
Description: 1893 LETTERED Antique WINCHESTER M1873 .38-40 WCF Lever Action REPEATING RIFLE “GUN THAT WON THE WEST” Here we present an antique Factory Lettered Winchester 1873 Lever Action Rifle in .38-40 WCF Caliber, made in 1893 in New Haven, Connecticut. The accompanying factory letter confirms the configuration of the rifle as it left the factory and states that it was received in the warehouse 22 February 1893 and shipped nearly 8 months later on 9 October 1893. The Model 1873 is one of the most iconic of American rifles. Given the moniker “The Gun that Won the West”, the 1873 was there during the Indian Wars and Range Wars of the late 19th century. Cowboys, Natives, settlers, miners, law enforcement, express companies and hunters all found these rifles and carbines useful tools. These rifles made excellent companions to revolvers at the time, though not in this caliber, as they were chambered for the same ammunition, meaning that the user only had to keep one type to feed both guns. One could easily defend the homestead and provide for his family with this versatile weapon. The 1873 really was the quintessential Western rifle, handily outpacing all the muzzle-loading and Civil War surplus guns that also made their way to the frontier. Still an icon in the modern day, it was manufactured between 1873 and 1923. It was originally chambered for the .44-40 cartridge, which was the first centerfire cartridge which became immensely popular. The 1873 was later produced in .38-40 (like this one!), .32-20, and .22. The Model 1873 was produced in three variations: a 24-inch barrel rifle, a 20-inch barrel carbine, and a “musket”, which was aimed at military contracts and only made up less than 5% of production. In all, over 720,000 Model 1873s were produced. The overall condition is very good. Refinished. The action is excellent. The bore is bright with sharp rifling. The walnut stock shows use and remains in very good condition. This one comes with a tang-mounted peep sight. This is a nice antique Winchester chambered for a cartridge that has ballistics close to modern .40 S&W! Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 24 inches. Caliber: .38-40 Winchester Center Fire Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $3600 #233008 SOLD Antique: Yes |
Guns International #: 102739576
Seller's Inventory #: 233008
Guns International #: 102739576
Seller's Inventory #: 233008