The Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle .44-40 Winchester is a lever-action rifle with a 20-inch round barrel, a blued steel receiver and a walnut stock (brand part no. 534200140). Winchester builds it in the classic Model 1873 configuration, with a straight grip stock, rifle-style forearm cap and gold bead front sight. The .44-40 Winchester is a classic lever-action cartridge. The classic styling suits cowboy action shooting, plinking and collectors.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .44-40 Winchester, a traditional lever-action cartridge.
• The barrel is 20 inches long and round, and the rate of twist is 1:36.
• The magazine is a full-length tube that holds 10 rounds.
• The receiver, lever and barrel have a blued steel finish that protects against corrosion.
• The stock is a walnut straight grip with a satin oil finish.
• A rifle-style forearm with a forearm cap gives the original Model 1873 look.
• The sights are a Marble Arms gold bead front and a semi-buckhorn rear for a quick sight picture.
• The top tang is drilled and tapped for an optional tang-mounted rear sight.
• A steel loading gate makes loading smoother.
• The overall length is 39 inches and the weight is 7 pounds 4 ounces.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sights does it have? A Marble Arms gold bead front sight and a semi-buckhorn rear sight.

How many rounds does it hold? The full-length magazine tube holds 10 rounds of .44-40 Winchester.

Can a tang sight be added? Yes. The receiver top tang is drilled and tapped for an optional tang-mounted rear sight.

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

A blued receiver and a classic .44-40 chambering give this Short Rifle a true frontier feel. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see more lever-action rifles.