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, as well as the Native Americans they were often in conflict with. 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. Manufactured in 1876, this Model 1873 has that classic frontier look of a true survivor of the American West. The two-line address and King's patent marking is marked on the top of the barrel. The model designation is on the upper tang and serial number is on the lower tang. It correctly lacks caliber markings, as .44 W.C.F. was still the only caliber offered in 1876. It was originally manufactured as a Second Model, but the distinctive screw retained dust cover guide and dust cover are now both absent. It has a blade front sight that is integral to the barrel band and a two-leaf notch rear sight. There is a saddle ring mounted on the left of the receiver and a sling swivel mounted on the left of the stock. It is mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate and a line of Native American style tack decoration on the right. The brass tacks, buttplate, and cartridge elevator appear to have had a black enamel applied, potentially to reduce sun glare. Provenance: The Brandhorst Collection

Fair, this carbine shows all the typical wear and character of a gun that saw heavy use on the American western frontier. The iron components show a dark grey patina overall with light pitting scatter throughout. The dust cover and dust cover guide rail are absent, along with the lower buttplate screw. The wood is also fair showing the weathered appearance of having survived the harsh climate of the west along with the cracks and scars that tell many tales. It remains mechanically fine. An early Model 1873 carbine that has the look of a true survivor of the American West!