The Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle in .44-40 Winchester (brand part no. 534200140) reproduces the classic Old West lever gun in its original chambering, built around a 20-inch round barrel with a full-length magazine tube. Winchester pairs the rifle with a walnut straight-grip stock and classic rifle-style forearm, topped with a blued steel crescent buttplate for authentic period handling. The lever action feeds from an 11-round tubular magazine and includes adjustable sights for accurate aiming at traditional cowboy-action distances. Among lever action rifles, the 1873 Short Rifle favors shooters who want the original .44-40 chambering in an authentic reproduction.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .44-40 Winchester.
• Rate of twist is 1-in-18.75-inch.
• Feeds from a tubular magazine with an 11-round capacity.
• Features a 20-inch round barrel with a full-length magazine tube.
• Built with a walnut straight-grip stock and classic forearm.
• Equipped with adjustable sights.
• Uses a traditional hammer safety.
• Overall length is 46.7 inches.
• Operates as a lever-action rifle, cycled by hand with each shot.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the magazine capacity? The tubular magazine holds 11 rounds of .44-40 Winchester.

What is the barrel length? A 20-inch round barrel with a full-length magazine tube.

Buy the Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle, .44-40

The original Old West chambering in an authentic reproduction is exactly what this 1873 Short Rifle delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.