Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle .45 Colt 20"
Winchester's iconic Model 1873 Short Rifle in .45 Colt features a color case hardened receiver, 20" polished blued barrel, and Grade II/III walnut stock. Perfect for cowboy action shooting and hunting.
Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle: The Legend Continues
The Winchester Model 1873 remains one of America's most storied firearms, and this Short Rifle variant captures the essence of that legacy while delivering modern reliability and craftsmanship.
Design & Construction
This lever-action rifle features a robust steel receiver with elegant color case hardening that echoes the original designs from over 140 years ago. The 20" round barrel wears a polished blued finish that complements the receiver's distinctive coloring. Winchester's attention to detail extends throughout—the color case hardened crescent buttplate, lever, forearm cap, and loading gate all contribute to an authentic appearance that doesn't sacrifice function.
Stock & Ergonomics
The Grade II/III walnut stock features a straight grip and classic rifle-style forearm with a steel forend cap. A satin oil finish provides a velvet-smooth feel that improves with handling. The crescent buttplate nestles naturally into your shoulder, providing a solid hold from any shooting position.
Sights & Accuracy
A semi-Buckhorn rear sight and Marble's gold bead front sight provide quick target acquisition. The receiver's top tang is drilled and tapped for optional tang-mounted sight installation, allowing you to customize your sight picture for precision shooting.
Practical Features
- Steel loading gate for smooth, reliable feeding
- 10-round magazine capacity
- Receiver design accommodates scope mounting
- Fires .45 Colt ammunition—the same round as many classic revolvers
The Perfect Choice
Whether you're competing in cowboy action shooting, hunting, or simply appreciating a piece of American firearms history, the Model 1873 Short Rifle delivers authentic performance with the quality and reliability Winchester is known for.
Features
- round barrel
- crescent buttplate
- brass carrier block
