Manufactured in 1889. The two-line address/King's improvement patent dates marking is on the top of the barrel ahead of the rear sight with "44 W.C.F." at the breech. The upper tang is marked "MODEL. 1873." The serial is marked on the lower tang, and the bottom of the brass cartridge elevator is marked "44 CAL." It has dovetailed German silver blade front sight, adjustable buckhorn sporting rear sight, blue finish with casehardened hammer, lever and buttplate; and is mounted with a smooth walnut forearm with a metal forend cap and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate with compartment, (cleaning rod not included).

Very fine. The rifle retains 80% plus bright original blue finish with an area of minor pitting on the muzzle end of the barrel and a small area of oxidation on the magazine tube. There is speckled flaking and spotting on the receiver. The dust cover has traces of blue with the balance a smooth brown patina. Much of the original case colors are visible on the hammer, the lever has a smooth gray patina and the buttplate has a smooth brown patina. The wood is fine with a few small minor gouges, and overall scattered minor dents, dings and scratches. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is excellent.