Manufactured in 1882 as a second model with receiver dust cover rail secured by two screws and dust cover with rear serrations. Blade front and elevation adjustable rear sights on a 26 inch octagonal barrel marked with the two-line address/patent date marking. The rifle correctly lacks caliber markings. The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1873" flanked by floral flourishes. The action is fitted with a special order set trigger. The straight grip stock has a crescent buttplate with trapdoor (cleaning rod not included).

Very good, retaining 20% original blue finish mostly visible in and around the protected areas with the balance a mottled brown-gray patina. Traces of original niter blue remain on the loading gate. The wood is good with some scattered chipping along the grain and some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.