The Model 1873 is one of the most famous of all American firearms and has been popularly known as "the Gun that Won the West" due to its popularity with pioneers. It was often paired with a Colt Single Action Army or other revolver chambered for the popular .44-40 W.C.F. cartridges. This made carrying ammunition for both your rifle and your revolver simple and allowed an individual to be ready to defend themselves against man or beast in a variety of tough situations. This Model 1873 has that classic frontier look of a true survivor of the American West. The rifle has a third model receiver with integral dust cover rail and dust cover with grip serrations at the rear and standard markings including the caliber designation on the barrel and cartridge elevator. It is fitted with a combination Beach front sight and an elevation adjustable rear sight. The buttstock is fitted with a trapdoor crescent buttplate (cleaning rod not included).

Very good, retaining 20% original blue finish in and around the sheltered areas with a brown-gray patina associated with spending a lifetime in a hostile environment on the balance. The reoiled wood is also very good with some scattered minor dings and scratches. Mechanically fine.