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Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle .357 Mag .38 Special Color Case Hardened Rifle

The Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle brings the classic lever-action design of the original “Gun That Won the West” to modern shooters. This full-size rifle features a steel receiver with a color case hardened finish, a 20-inch round blued steel barrel, and a Grade III / IV walnut straight-grip stock. Chambered for both .357 Mag and .38 Special, its tubular magazine holds 10+1 rounds. Traditional bead front and semi-buckhorn rear sights provide a familiar sight picture for recreational shooting, hunting, and cowboy action competition.

Key features

  • Lever-action operation delivers the classic handling and fast follow-up shots associated with the Model 1873
  • Chambered for both .357 Mag and .38 Special for versatile ammunition selection
  • 10+1-round tubular magazine provides useful capacity for range sessions and competition
  • Color case hardened steel receiver offers traditional Winchester styling
  • 20-inch round blued steel barrel balances practical handling with a classic rifle profile
  • Grade III / IV walnut straight-grip stock provides durable, traditional presentation and a comfortable shoulder fit

The Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle combines historic lever-action character with practical modern performance for the range, field, and cowboy action competition.

Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle .357 Mag .38 Special: quick facts

What caliber is the Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle .357 Mag .38 Special?
It is chambered in .357 Mag, .38 Special.
How many rounds does it hold?
10+1 rounds.
How big and heavy is it?
Barrel length 20 inches, overall length 39 inches, weight 7.4 pounds.
What kind of action does it use?
Lever Action.
Is it optic ready or threaded?
Optic ready: No; threaded barrel: No.
What sights and finish does it have?
Sights: Standard Sights; finish: Color Case Hardened.
Is it new or used?
New, in the original packaging.
Can I buy it in Connecticut?
Yes. It ships to a licensed FFL dealer in Connecticut; you pick it up there after the background check. Connecticut buyers need a Long Gun Eligibility Certificate or pistol permit, and the Connecticut dealer will only transfer rifles and shotguns that are legal under the state's assault weapon law.
Is it in stock?
Yes, at $1663.46. Orders leave within 1-2 business days; shipping is free over $999.

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