Winchester 1873 Sporter, .44-40 Win, Octagon Barrel

About this product

The Winchester Model 1873 Sporter is a traditional lever-action rifle configured for practical sporting use and historical shooting disciplines. It features a color case-hardened receiver and an octagon barrel with a polished blued finish, paired with a satin-oiled walnut straight-grip stock. The rifle is fitted with a steel loading gate and a rear tang drilled and tapped for an optional tang-mounted rear sight. Its sighting package includes a semi-buckhorn rear and a Marble’s gold bead front for fast target acquisition.

Key Specifications

• Chambered for .44-40 Winchester for compatibility with revolver cartridges used in period shooting.
• Action type is a lever-action for traditional operation and handling.
• Barrel style is a full octagon for a classic profile and sighting reference.
• Receiver finish is color case hardened providing a two-tone, period-correct appearance.
• Barrel finish is polished blued complementing the color case-hardened receiver.
• Stock material is walnut with a satin-oil finish and a straight-grip profile.
• Sights include a semi-buckhorn rear and a Marble’s gold bead front for quick aiming.
• Magazine configuration is a full-length tube magazine under the barrel.
• Rate of twist is 1:26″ as supplied by the manufacturer data.
• Weight is listed as 8 lbs for handling reference.

This Sporter configuration combines period-correct finishes and furniture with practical modern manufacturing. Whether used for historical shooting events, recreational range use, or as part of a traditional lever-action collection, the Winchester 1873 Sporter provides an authentic look and reliable function in a heritage design.

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