Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle 44-40
Winchester's iconic Model 1873 Short Rifle in 44-40 Winchester features a 20" blued barrel, walnut straight-grip stock, and classic rifle-style forearm. Perfect for Cowboy Action Shooting.
Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle: American Shooting Heritage
The Winchester Model 1873 stands as one of the most celebrated rifles in American shooting sports. This Short Rifle variant carries forward that legacy with authentic design and proven reliability.
Why Shooters Choose the 1873
Cowboy Action Shooters gravitate to the Model 1873 for a fundamental reason: it fires the same ammunition as their competition revolvers. This single-caliber approach simplifies logistics and reduces costs at the range.
Design and Construction
Barrel and Action
- 20-inch round barrel with full-length magazine tube
- Smooth steel loading gate for reliable feeding
- Receiver rear tang drilled and tapped for optional tang-mounted sight
Sights
- Gold bead front sight for quick target acquisition
- Semi-buckhorn rear sight for precision aiming
- Receiver provisions allow upgrading to more sophisticated optics
Stock and Furniture
- Walnut straight-grip stock with satin oil finish
- Classic rifle-style forearm for authentic handling
- Blued steel crescent buttplate
- Smooth, velvet-like finish throughout
Quality You Can Feel
Winchester's commitment to superior polish and finish work is evident the moment you handle this rifle. The walnut stock showcases careful grain selection and meticulous finishing. Every metal surface reflects the quality standards that made Winchester a household name.
Versatility in the Field
Whether you're competing in Cowboy Action Shooting, hunting medium game, or simply enjoying classic American firearms, the Model 1873 delivers reliable performance. The 44-40 Winchester cartridge provides adequate power for most sporting applications while remaining economical to shoot.
Features
- round barrel
- blued steel crescent buttplate
- brass carrier block
