Manufactured in 1902. This Third Model 1873 rifle has the integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serrated edges. Blade front sight, elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight and replacement full length magazine tube. The top barrel flat has the two line address/patent date marking and "44 W.C.F." at the breech. The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1873". Smooth forearm and straight grip stock with forend cap and crescent buttplate with compartment (cleaning rod not included).

Very good. The metal surfaces retain traces of original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. Some scattered minor pitting is present (mostly on the receiver). The wood is good with a series of shallow gouges on the buttstock (right side) and some minor handling marks overall. Mechanically fine.