Overview
The Winchester 1873 Short Rifle represents a meticulously executed iteration of a foundational American firearm. Esteemed for its historical impact and enduring utility, this model delivers reliable operation and precise handling in a classic lever-action platform. Designed for discerning shooters and collectors, it integrates traditional aesthetics with robust construction, providing consistent performance for sport, hunting, or historical reenactment.
Key Features
Construction & Materials
- **Receiver:** Durable blued steel construction, ensuring long-term structural integrity and resistance to environmental factors inherent to field use.
- **Barrel:** A 20-inch round blued steel barrel, engineered for consistent ballistic performance and extended service life. The profile contributes to balanced handling and heat dissipation.
- **Stock & Forearm:** Select walnut straight grip stock with a refined satin oil finish, complemented by a classic rifle-style forearm featuring a blued steel cap. This combination optimizes ergonomic handling and contributes to the rifle’s traditional aesthetic.
- **Buttplate:** A blued steel crescent buttplate is integrated for secure shoulder indexing and stability during firing sequences, mitigating perceived recoil.
- **Loading Gate:** Features a robust steel loading gate, facilitating smooth and reliable ammunition replenishment under various operational conditions.
Sighting System
- **Standard Sights:** Equipped with a precise semi-buckhorn rear sight paired with a Marble Arms Gold Bead front sight, providing rapid target acquisition capabilities and clear sight picture under varying light conditions. This combination is optimized for practical accuracy at typical lever-action ranges.
- **Tang Sight Provision:** The receiver rear tang is precisely drilled and tapped, allowing for direct installation of an optional tang-mounted rear sight (sight not included). This provision facilitates enhanced precision sighting for extended range engagements or allows for customization based on individual shooter preference.
Ammunition Versatility
- **Caliber Integration:** Chambered in .357 Magnum, this rifle also reliably cycles .38 Special ammunition, offering operational flexibility and cost-effective training options. The full-length magazine tube accommodates 10 rounds of .357 Magnum or 11 rounds of .38 Special, optimizing capacity for sustained engagement without frequent reloads.
Technical Specifications
- **Caliber:** .357 Magnum / .38 Special
- **Barrel Length:** 20 inches
- **Barrel Type:** Round
- **Magazine Capacity (.357 Magnum):** 10 Rounds
- **Magazine Capacity (.38 Special):** 11 Rounds
- **Stock Material:** Walnut
- **Stock Style:** Straight Grip
- **Stock Finish:** Satin Oil
- **Forearm Style:** Classic Rifle with Blued Steel Cap
- **Buttplate Material:** Blued Steel, Crescent Shape
- **Front Sight:** Marble Arms Gold Bead
- **Rear Sight:** Semi-Buckhorn
- **Receiver Finish:** Blued Steel
- **Receiver Tang:** Drilled and Tapped for Optional Tang Sight
