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Winchester Model 1873 1st Model Special order Guns International #: 100578057 Seller's Inventory #: Category: Winchester Rifles - Antique Lever - Winchester Rifles - Model 1873 Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: Austinsguns Company: Indian Creek Fine Arms Member Since: 2/16/14 State: Iowa Country: United States Phone: (712) 551-7653 Number of Active Listings: 0 Total Number of Listings: 30 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: Certified Check / Personal Check Description: Winchester Model 1873. Serial number 18211, Manufactured in 1876. First model with the early thumb print dust cover. Chambered in 44-40. Special order features include: Extra length 26" octagon barrel and set trigger. This rifle also has a 1/2 nickel finish. Fit and finish is consistent with Winchester plating, but it is not called out on the factory letter. All assembly numbers are intact and match as shown in the photos. Serial number search information from the Cody museaum for this rifle is shown below. Frame, lever, carrier, butt plate and fore end cap retain a good amount of nickel with flaking and areas of freckling rust. Barrel and magazine tube retain a smooth, balanced patina. Mechanically excellent with a very good bore; defined rifling with small areas of frost and pitting. Wood has minor dings and marks, and two small cracks which are shown in the photos. What a great find! Pre 1899 Antique. Will ship direct, no FFL required. SOLD Antique: Yes |