c1914 WINCHESTER Model 1873 .32-20 WCF Cal LEVER ACTION Repeating Rifle C&R Lever Action Repeating Rifle Chambered In .32 WCF

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c1914 WINCHESTER Model 1873 .32-20 WCF Cal LEVER ACTION Repeating Rifle C&R

Lever Action Repeating Rifle Chambered In .32 WCF

Here we present a C&R Winchester 1873 Lever Action Rifle chambered in .32-20 Winchester Center Fire, made in 1914 in New Haven, Connecticut. The Model 1873 is one of the most iconic of American rifles. Given the moniker “The Gun that Won the West”, the 1873 was there during the Indian Wars and Range Wars of the late 19^th century. Cowboys, Natives, settlers, miners, law enforcement, express companies and hunters all found these rifles and carbines useful tools. These rifles made excellent companions to revolvers at the time as they were chambered for the same ammunition, meaning that the user only had to keep one type to feed both guns.

One could easily defend the homestead and provide for his family with this versatile weapon. The 1873 really was the quintessential Western rifle, handily outpacing all the muzzle-loading and Civil War surplus guns that also made their way to the frontier. Still an icon in the modern day, it was manufactured between 1873 and 1923. It was originally chambered for the .44-40 cartridge, which was the first centerfire cartridge, which became immensely popular. The 1873 was later produced in .38-40, .32-20, and .22 rimfire. The Model 1873 was produced in three variations: a 24-inch barrel rifle, a 20-inch barrel carbine, and a “musket”, which was aimed at military contracts and only made up less than 5% of production. In all, over 720,000 Model 1873s were produced.

This one features a 24-inch octagonal barrel chambered for .32-20 WCF, a classic cartridge that would have made a fantastic companion to a Colt Single Action Army revolver in the same.

The overall condition is very good. Original finish/patina. The action is excellent. The bore is in good condition, the rifling is in good shape though this rifle has clearly been shot. The walnut stock is solid; it shows lots of wear especially on the right side of the butt stock. A later Model 1873 that was still a working man’s gun!

This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.

Barrel is 24 inches.

Caliber: .32-20 Winchester Center Fire

Overall condition as seen in photos.

Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING. Will need to be sent to your local FFL or C&R licensee. This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.

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$2975
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